réveille

This is the 11628th most frequent French word.


réveille

"Réveille" means "wake up" or "awakens" in English.


Here, 'réveille' is used as a verb to describe the action of waking someone from sleep.

Le matin, mon réveil me réveille à 7 heures.

In the morning, my alarm wakes me up at 7 o'clock.


In this context, 'réveille' again functions as a verb but highlights an external factor causing someone to wake.

La mélodie douce de la chanson me réveille doucement.

The gentle melody of the song wakes me up softly.


Here, 'réveille' is used metaphorically to describe the action of bringing forth or igniting an inner feeling or interest.

Quand il parle de ce sujet, il réveille un intérêt profond en moi.

When he talks about this topic, he awakens a deep interest in me.