French

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Etymology

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Literally, “from good house.” Compare Polish z dobrego domu.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /də bɔn mɛ.zɔ̃/ ~ /də bɔn me.zɔ̃/

Adjective

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de bonne maison (invariable)

  1. (Is there an English equivalent to this definition?) coming from a family that is considered to be respectable and with traditions
    Synonym: de bonne famille