gallant — brave, heroic, or chivalrous
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: brave, heroic, or chivalrous
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡælənt/
Korean meaning: 용감한, 영웅적인, 기사도적인
Korean pronunciation: 갤-런트 (강세: 갤)
Example Sentences
- The gallant pizza delivery guy braved the storm to bring us dinner.
- His gallant attempt to impress her by juggling failed spectacularly.
- The gallant firefighter risked his life to save the cat from the burning building.
gallant
ADJECTIVE//ˈɡælənt//
brave, heroic, or chivalrous
Brave and heroically chivalrous
A gallant knight discovers his talent, standing valiant!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'galant', meaning showy or cheerful, which likely derived from the Germanic root meaning 'to make merry' or 'festive'. The word evolved through medieval French chivalric culture to mean brave and noble.
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📝Examples
“The gallant pizza delivery guy braved the storm to bring us dinner.”
“His gallant attempt to impress her by juggling failed spectacularly.”
“The gallant firefighter risked his life to save the cat from the burning building.”
“She appreciated his gallant offer to carry her heavy textbooks.”
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