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soigné

well-groomed

adjective swahn-YEH Rare

Also means

carefully done

Usage Note

Soigné describes a person who is neatly and carefully turned out, or work that has been executed with great care and attention to detail. The feminine form is soignée. It derives from the verb soigner (to care for, to treat). A travail soigné (carefully done piece of work) is a common compliment in professional contexts.

Examples

"Il arrive toujours soigné à ses rendez-vous."

Natural Translation

He always arrives well-groomed for his appointments.

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