elder in French
elder in French is aîné, ancien, sureau — elder means a respected older member of a community, often looked to for guidance or leadership.
elder in French
aîné
older, greater than another in age or seniority.
ancien
A leader or senior member of a tribe or community, often of considerable age, respected as an authority figure, especially in a counselling, consultative, or ceremonial role.
aîné
A leader or senior member of a tribe or community, often of considerable age, respected as an authority figure, especially in a counselling, consultative, or ceremonial role.
sureau
A small tree, Sambucus nigra, having white flowers in a cluster, and edible purple berries.
aîné
(now, chiefly, US) An old person.
personne âgée
(now, chiefly, US) An old person.
What does "elder" mean?
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noun A respected older member of a community, often looked to for guidance or leadership.
"The village elders met to settle the dispute."
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adjective Older than another specified person, especially a sibling.
"His elder brother went to university first."
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noun A small tree or shrub (Sambucus) that produces clusters of white flowers and dark purple berries.
"She made cordial from the elder flowers growing in the hedgerow."
elder in a sentence
- The village elders met to settle the dispute.
- She was raised to show deep respect for her elders.
- His elder brother went to university first.
- She made cordial from the elder flowers growing in the hedgerow.
Similar words in French
Common French translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "elder" in French?
"elder" in French is aîné, ancien, sureau. elder means: A respected older member of a community, often looked to for guidance or leadership.
How do you use "elder" in a sentence?
Example: "The village elders met to settle the dispute." In French, "elder" is aîné, ancien, sureau.
Are there other ways to say "elder" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "elder": aîné, ancien, sureau, personne âgée.
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