French

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Etymology

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Literally, to be well seen.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ɛ.tʁə bjɛ̃ vy/ ~ /e.tʁə bjɛ̃ vy/
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Verb

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être bien vu

  1. to be the done thing
    Synonym: être de bon ton
    Antonym: être mal vu
    Il n’est pas bien vu de …… is frowned upon
  2. to have a good reputation; to be well in with someone; to be well thought of; to be popular

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