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républicain

republican

noun reh-pü-blee-KAHN Rare

Origin: Latin res publica (public affair)

Usage Note

Républicain can be a noun (a republican) or an adjective (des valeurs républicaines — republican values). In the French context it specifically evokes the ideals of the French Republic (liberty, equality, fraternity) rather than a political party. The feminine is républicaine.

Examples

"Il défend les valeurs républicaines avec conviction."

Natural Translation

He defends republican values with conviction.

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