decorous in French
decorous in French is bienséant — decorous means behaving in a way that is proper, polite and fits what is expected on the occasion.
decorous in French
bienséant
Marked by behaviour, manners, etc., regarded as proper, tasteful, and in accordance with accepted standards; becoming, seemly.
What does "decorous" mean?
-
adj Behaving in a way that is proper, polite and fits what is expected on the occasion.
"The green eyes in the carefully sweet face were turbulent, willful, lusty with life, distinctly at variance with her decorous demeanor."
- adj Fitting and right for the situation.
Vocabulary Flow
Learn more English words in French.
Vocabulary Flow serves English words with the French meaning, one at a time — pronunciation and an example each time. Scroll it either direction.
Learn English in French
decorous in a sentence
- The green eyes in the carefully sweet face were turbulent, willful, lusty with life, distinctly at variance with her decorous demeanor.
- But who can fathom the subtleties of the human heart? Certainly not those who expect from it only decorous sentiments and normal emotions.
Similar words in French
Common French translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "decorous" in French?
"decorous" in French is bienséant. decorous means: Behaving in a way that is proper, polite and fits what is expected on the occasion.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Vocabulary Flow — saved to your collection.
