Translation
rich, wealthy
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Word origin
From Frankish rīki ('powerful, wealthy'), a Germanic word adopted into Old French. The English adjective rich descends from the same Germanic root rather than from the French.
- Origin
- Frankish
- Root
- rīki
- English cognates
- rich
Grammar
Examples
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They live in a wealthy part of the capital.
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This region is rich in history and culture.
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He dreams of becoming rich and leaving his job.
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This country is rich in history and folk traditions.
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He didn't get rich by selling second-hand books.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 11, lesson 8: riche, bord, debout and 7 more words.