No. 2,389 in French
reproche
Criticism or expression of disapproval.
In a sentence
Il lui a adressé un reproche sur son comportement.
He addressed a reproach about his behavior to him.
The word 'reproche' is used as a noun indicating a formal expression of disapproval.
Un ton de reproche peut être perçu comme offensant.
A tone of reproach can be perceived as offensive.
Here, 'reproche' is a noun, referring to a general context of disapproval conveyed in speech or tone.
Elle le regarde avec reproche, déçue par son action.
She looks at him with reproach, disappointed by his action.
In this sentence, 'reproche' acts as a noun describing an expression of disappointment or disapproval conveyed through mannerisms or gaze.
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