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courageux

courageous, brave

adjective koo-rah-ZHUH Less Common

Usage Note

Courageux follows the -eux pattern: feminine courageuse, invariable in masculine plural. It describes both physical bravery and moral steadfastness. The related noun courage (m) is widely used in everyday encouragement — bon courage! ('good luck!' / 'hang in there!') is a common sendoff when someone faces a challenge.

Examples

"Il était très courageux face au danger."

Natural Translation

He was very courageous in the face of danger.

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