amour propre
noun | /amour propre/
Foreign Words & PhrasesFrenchMEDIUM
self-esteem; a sensitivity about one’s dignity or pride
Literal meaning:
"self love/pride"
amour propre
noun | /amour propre/
Foreign Words & PhrasesFrenchMEDIUMself-esteem; a sensitivity about one’s dignity or pride
Literal meaning:
"self love/pride"
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Examples
"His amour propre prevented him from accepting criticism."
"She defended her amour propre after the unfair remark."
Mnemonic Trick
Amour = love, propre = own → love of self = pride/self-esteem
Source: Foreign Words & PhrasesAdded: 9/28/2025
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