cheer

Signification

Noun

1. A cheerful attitude; happiness; a good, happy, or positive mood.
2. That which promotes good spirits or cheerfulness, especially food and entertainment prepared for a festive occasion.
3. A cry expressing joy, approval or support, such as "hurrah".
4. A chant made in support of a team at a sports event.
5. (obsolete) One's facial expression or countenance.
6. One's attitude, mood.

Verb

1. To gladden; to make cheerful; often with up.
2. To infuse life, courage, animation, or hope, into; to inspirit; to solace or comfort.
3. (obsolete) To encourage to do something.
4. To applaud or encourage with cheers or shouts.
5. To feel or express enthusiasm for (something).

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/t͡ʃɪə̯(ɹ)/

Étymologie

From Middle English chere, from Old French chere, from Old French chiere, from Late Latin cara.

Phrases

Let me hear you cheer !

Laissez-moi vous entendre applaudir!