complément

complement

noun kohm-pleh-MAHN Rare

Origin: Latin complementum, from complere (to fill up)

Also means

supplement

Usage Note

Complément is used in grammar (complément d'objet direct — 'direct object'), mathematics (complementary angle), and everyday speech for something that completes or enhances another thing. The adjective complémentaire ('complementary') is common. Do not confuse with compliment ('compliment'), a false friend in spelling.

Examples

"Ce vin est le complément parfait de ce fromage."

Natural Translation

This wine is the perfect complement to this cheese.

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