Maurice Grevisse
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Summary
Maurice Grevisse was born on October 7, 1895[1], in Habay[2]. He died on July 4, 1980[3], in La Louvière[4]. He worked as a linguist[5] and grammarian[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (504 views/month, #7,294 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Child: Marie-Thérèse Goosse[8]
- Country of citizenship: Belgium[9]
- Native language: French[10]
- Educated at: University of Liège[11]
- Notable work: Le Bon Usage[12]
- Award received: Officer of the Legion of Honour[13], gold medal[14], Prix de la langue française[15], Q141114205[16]
- Member of: Conseil international de la langue française[17]
- Sex or gender: male[18]
- Commons category: Maurice Grevisse[19]
- Family name: Q59875875[20]
- Given name: Maurice[21]
- Relative: André Goosse[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[23]
- Writing language: French[24]
Why It Matters
Maurice Grevisse has Wikipedia articles in 7 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[25] He is known by 8 alternative names across languages and contexts.[26]
Works attributed to him include Le Bon Usage[27], a style guide[28].
FAQs
Where was Maurice Grevisse born?
Maurice Grevisse's place of birth was Habay[2].
Where did Maurice Grevisse die?
Maurice Grevisse died in La Louvière[4].
What did Maurice Grevisse do for work?
Maurice Grevisse worked as a linguist[5] and grammarian[6].
Where did Maurice Grevisse go to school?
Maurice Grevisse was educated at University of Liège[11].
What awards did Maurice Grevisse receive?
Honors received include Officer of the Legion of Honour[13], gold medal[14], Prix de la langue française[15], and Q141114205[16].