amen
/a.mɛn/
The French word amen is used to express strong agreement.
amen is an expression of strong agreement. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'truly' or 'verily'.
Meaning: expression of strong agreement (intj)
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables: /a.mɛn/.
When do people say it?
The word is used in solemn religious settings, such as during religious ceremonies or formal prayers.
Did you know?
- In French, amen is sometimes used ironically in secular conversations to mock someone who is speaking with an air of absolute or unquestionable authority.
- The French word amen descends from the Biblical Hebrew root 'ʾāmēn', meaning 'certainly' or 'truly'.
- French religious traditions sometimes use a rhythmic, unison repetition of amen to demonstrate that the entire community is in total accord.
Examples in context
- Au nom de Jésus-Christ, Amen.In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.This sentence shows how to use amen at the end of a religious invocation.Tatoeba #8734286 by Julien_PDC, translation #8185371 by Hybrid
- Amen.Amen.This is a simple example of the word used in isolation.Tatoeba #10499882 by pkill, translation #10056884 by espamatics
- Amen !Amen!This shows the word used as an enthusiastic exclamation.Tatoeba #9745452 by Micsmithel, translation #13867375 by menaud
- 6 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a positive change in their lives.
- ChloéEnfin un peu de paix dans cette maison !Finally some peace in this house!
- NathanAmen, ça fait du bien.Amen, it feels good.
- ChloéOn mérite vraiment ce calme.We really deserve this calm.
- NathanC'est certain.That's for sure.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “amen” translations and entries amen, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries amen, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
