personne raffinée

/pɛʁ.sɔn ʁa.fi.ne/
refined person

Elle est une personne raffinée, toujours élégante et polie.

She is a refined person, always elegant and polite.


formal

A person who is cultured, elegant, and has good manners, often with a sophisticated taste in art, fashion, or lifestyle.

Dans les cercles littéraires, il est connu comme une personne raffinée.

In literary circles, he is known as a refined person.

Son comportement raffiné impressionne toujours ses collègues.

His refined behavior always impresses his colleagues.

The term emphasizes grace, sophistication, and cultural awareness.

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Pro Tip

Usage Context

This phrase is often used in formal or high-society settings to describe someone's elegance and sophistication.

Word Origin

From 'personne' (person) and 'raffiné' (refined), where 'raffiné' comes from the verb 'raffiner' (to refine).

Usage Notes

Used to describe someone with a polished demeanor, often in formal or social contexts.

Word Breakdown

personne
person
root
+
raffinée
refined
adjective
Dictionnaire Français-Anglais