Bienvenu

/bjɛ̃vənu/ adjective

Definition

Welcome or well-received (French origin); describes someone or something that is gladly accepted or invited.

Etymology

From Old French 'bien' (well) + 'venu' (come), literally 'well-come.' The phrase evolved into a greeting expressing hospitality and acceptance, borrowed directly from French diplomatic and social usage.

Kelly Says

This French word became so culturally embedded in English hospitality that it's used in formal contexts like restaurants and hotels—a linguistic reminder that warmth and welcome travel across languages more easily than almost any other emotion.

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