This is the 2389th most frequent French word.
reproche
Criticism or expression of disapproval.
The word 'reproche' is used as a noun indicating a formal expression of disapproval.
Il lui a adressé un reproche sur son comportement.
He addressed a reproach about his behavior to him.
Here, 'reproche' is a noun, referring to a general context of disapproval conveyed in speech or tone.
Un ton de reproche peut être perçu comme offensant.
A tone of reproach can be perceived as offensive.
In this sentence, 'reproche' acts as a noun describing an expression of disappointment or disapproval conveyed through mannerisms or gaze.