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A1 preposition /æt/

at

à
Meaning
used to indicate a specific time, place, or direction
Example
She arrived at the airport on time.
Elle est arrivée à l'heure à l'aéroport.
B2 noun /ˈæbi/

abbey

abbaye
Meaning
A large church building or monastery where monks or nuns live, work, and worship.
Example
The old abbey on the hill attracts many tourists each year.
La vieille abbaye sur la colline attire de nombreux touristes chaque année.
C1 noun /ænˈθɒlədʒi/

anthology

anthologie
Meaning
A collection of literary works, such as poems, short stories, or essays, compiled into one volume.
Example
She contributed a poem to the new poetry anthology.
Elle a contribué un poème à la nouvelle anthologie de poésie.
B1 noun /əˈtendəns/

Attendance

présence
Meaning
the action or state of going regularly to or being present at a place or event
Example
The teacher takes attendance at the beginning of each class.
L'enseignant prend la présence au début de chaque cours.
C2 adjective /æbˈhɔːr.ənt/

Abhorrent

abominable; détestable
Meaning
extremely unpleasant and causing disgust; detestable
Example
The idea of animal cruelty is abhorrent to most people.
L'idée de la cruauté animale est abominable pour la plupart des gens.
C2 noun /əˈsɛt.ɪˌsɪz.əm/

asceticism

ascétisme, autodiscipline
Meaning
The practice of severe self-discipline and abstaining from indulgence, typically for religious or spiritual reasons.
Example
Asceticism has been a part of many religious traditions throughout history.
L'ascétisme a fait partie de nombreuses traditions religieuses à travers l'histoire.
B2 verb /ˈænəlaɪz/

analyze

analyser
Meaning
to examine something in detail to understand it better or draw conclusions
Example
Scientists analyze data to discover new patterns.
Les scientifiques analysent les données pour découvrir de nouveaux modèles.
C2 adverb /əˈbɛd/

abed

au lit
Meaning
in bed
Example
She stayed abed all day due to illness.
Elle est restée au lit toute la journée à cause de la maladie.
C2 noun /ɑːmz/

alms

aumône
Meaning
Money, food, or goods given to the poor as charity.
Example
The monk distributed alms to the needy villagers.
Le moine a distribué des aumônes aux pauvres villageois.
B2 verb /əkˈsɛləreɪt/

accelerate

accélérer
Meaning
to increase speed or make something happen sooner
Example
The driver accelerated to overtake the truck.
Le conducteur a accéléré pour dépasser le camion.
B2 noun /əˈriːnə/

arena

terrain, scène
Meaning
a large area surrounded by seats for sports, entertainment, or other events
Example
The basketball game will be held in the new arena downtown.
Le match de basket-ball aura lieu dans la nouvelle arène du centre-ville.
B1 adjective /æθˈlɛtɪk/

athletic

athlétique, robuste
Meaning
physically strong, fit, and active; related to athletes or sports
Example
She has an athletic body because she exercises regularly.
Elle a un corps athlétique parce qu'elle fait de l'exercice régulièrement.
C1 verb /əkˈsɛntʃueɪt/

accentuate

accentuer
Meaning
to emphasize or make something more noticeable
Example
The lighting accentuated the beauty of the painting.
L'éclairage a accentué la beauté du tableau.
C1 adjective /ədˈhiːsɪv/

Adhesive

collant
Meaning
আঠালো; চটচটে;
Example
The adhesive tape stuck firmly to the wall.
Le ruban adhésif s'est fixé fermement au mur.
C2 noun əˈkjuː.ə.ti

acuity

acuité
Meaning
Sharpness or keenness of thought, vision, or hearing.
Example
His intellectual acuity made him a brilliant scientist.
Son acuité intellectuelle faisait de lui un scientifique brillant.
C2 adjective /ˌæntɪməˈrɪdiən/

antemeridian

avant midi
Meaning
Relating to the time before noon; occurring in the morning.
Example
She scheduled all her important meetings during the antemeridian hours.
Elle a planifié toutes ses réunions importantes pendant les heures avant midi.
A2 verb /əˈplaɪ/

apply

appliquer / solliciter
Meaning
to make a formal request for something; to put into practice
Example
He decided to apply for the scholarship.
Il a décidé de postuler pour la bourse.
C1 verb /əˈtoʊn/

atone

expier
Meaning
to make amends for a wrong or injury; to make reparation
Example
He tried to atone for his mistakes by helping others.
Il a essayé d'expier ses erreurs en aidant les autres.
B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənt

antioxidant

antioxydant
Meaning
A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage by neutralizing free radicals.
Example
Green tea contains powerful antioxidants that slow aging.
Le thé vert contient des antioxydants puissants qui ralentissent le vieillissement.
C2 noun /ˌɔːltərˈkeɪʃən/

altercation

altercation, dispute
Meaning
a noisy argument or quarrel
Example
There was a brief altercation between the two drivers.
Il y a eu une brève altercation entre les deux conducteurs.
C1 noun /əˈnɒməli/

anomaly

anomalie
Meaning
something that deviates from the norm or expected result
Example
The sudden drop in temperature was considered an anomaly.
La chute soudaine de température a été considérée comme une anomalie.
C2 verb /ˌæpərˈteɪn/

appertain

appartenir
Meaning
to relate to or be connected with something
Example
The rules only appertain to members of the club.
Les règles ne s'appliquent qu'aux membres du club.
A2 noun /ækˈtɪv.ə.ti/

Activity

activité; action; tâche
Meaning
something that you do for interest or pleasure, or in order to achieve a particular aim
Example
Physical activity is important for good health.
L'activité physique est importante pour une bonne santé.
C2 noun /æbˈsɪʒən/

abscission

chute des feuilles
Meaning
The natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically leaves or fruit.
Example
The autumn season is marked by the abscission of leaves from trees.
La saison automnale est marquée par la chute des feuilles des arbres.
C2 noun /ˈæpədʒiː/

apogee

apogée
Meaning
the highest or most distant point; the climax or peak of something
Example
The empire reached its apogee during the 18th century.
L'empire a atteint son apogée au XVIIIe siècle.
B2 verb /əˈteɪn/

attain

atteindre
Meaning
to achieve or reach something
Example
She worked hard to attain her goals.
Elle a travaillé dur pour atteindre ses objectifs.
A2 noun /əˈdʌlt/

Adult

personne adulte; adulte
Meaning
a person who is fully grown or developed; mature
Example
Only adults are allowed to enter this area.
Seuls les adultes sont autorisés à entrer dans cette zone.
B2 noun /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

archives

archives
Meaning
A place or collection where historical records and documents are stored.
Example
She visited the national archives to research her family history.
Elle a visité les archives nationales pour rechercher l'histoire de sa famille.
B2 adjective ˌæn.əlˈɪt.ɪ.kəl

analytical

analytique, investigatif, logique
Meaning
Using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole—intellectual or substantial—into its elemental parts or basic principles).
Example
She has an analytical approach to problem-solving.
Elle a une approche analytique de la résolution des problèmes.
C1 adverb /ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bli/

Amiably

amicalement, de manière amicale
Meaning
in a friendly and pleasant manner
Example
They discussed the issue amiably without any arguments.
Ils ont discuté du problème amicalement sans aucune dispute.
C2 verb /əˈniːl/

anneal

durcir par la chaleur
Meaning
To heat and cool metal or glass to make it stronger or less brittle.
Example
The blacksmith annealed the steel to improve its durability.
Le forgeron a anilé l'acier pour améliorer sa durabilité.
C2 adjective /ˈeɪkwiəs/

aqueous

aqueux
Meaning
related to or containing water; watery
Example
The solution was in an aqueous form.
La solution était sous forme aqueuse.
B2 noun /ɑːrˈkeɪd/

arcade

arcade
Meaning
a covered passage with arches along one or both sides; also a place with coin-operated games
Example
The children spent the afternoon playing games at the arcade.
Les enfants ont passé l'après-midi à jouer dans l'arcade.
A2 adverb /ˈɛniweɪ/

anyway

de toute façon
Meaning
used to emphasize a statement or to return to a previous subject; regardless of what happened
Example
I was tired, but I went to the meeting anyway.
J'étais fatigué, mais je suis allé à la réunion de toute façon.
C1 noun /ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/

anguish

angoisse
Meaning
Severe mental or physical pain or suffering.
Example
She was in deep anguish after hearing the tragic news.
Elle était dans une profonde angoisse après avoir entendu la nouvelle tragique.
C1 verb /əˈdʒɔɪn/

adjoin

joindre
Meaning
To be next to and joined with something.
Example
Their house adjoins the park.
Leur maison est jointe au parc.
C2 verb /əkˈsiːd/

accede

accéder
Meaning
to agree to a request, proposal, or demand; to assume an office or position
Example
The government finally acceded to the demands of the protesters.
Le gouvernement a finalement accédé aux demandes des manifestants.
B1 noun əˈses.mənt

assessment

évaluation
Meaning
The evaluation or estimation of the nature, quality, or ability of someone or something.
Example
The assessment process ensures fairness.
Le processus d'évaluation garantit l'équité.
B1 adjective /əˈfɔːdəbl/

affordable

abordable
Meaning
inexpensive and within one's financial means
Example
This restaurant offers affordable meals for families.
Ce restaurant propose des repas abordables pour les familles.
C1 noun /əˈlɒt.mənt/

allotment

attribution, répartition
Meaning
The distribution or allocation of something, especially resources or portions.
Example
Each department received an allotment of resources.
Chaque département a reçu une attribution de ressources.
C1 adjective /ˈæm.ɪ.kə.bəl/

amicable

amical
Meaning
Having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement or rancor.
Example
They reached an amicable agreement.
Ils ont conclu un accord amical.
C2 noun /ˈɪəri/ or /ˈɛəri/

aery

nid de l'aigle
Meaning
An eagle’s nest, or a lofty, airy dwelling.
Example
The eagle perched proudly near its aery high on the cliff.
L'aigle s'est perché fièrement près de son aire, en haut de la falaise.
C2 noun /ˈæn.dʒi.əʊ.plæs.ti/

angioplasty

procédure médicale pour ouvrir les vaisseaux sanguins bloqués ou rétrécis qui fournissent du sang au cœur
Meaning
A medical procedure to open blocked or narrowed blood vessels that supply blood to the heart.
Example
Angioplasty is now safer with robotic assistance.
L'angioplastie est maintenant plus sûre avec l'assistance robotique.
B1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒi/

apology

excuse
Meaning
a statement expressing regret for something wrong or hurtful
Example
He offered an apology for being late to the meeting.
Il a présenté des excuses pour être en retard à la réunion.
C2 adjective /ˈæstrəl/

astral

astral
Meaning
Relating to the stars or to spiritual, non-physical realms.
Example
Some believe in astral projection, the ability to leave the body and travel spiritually.
Certains croient à la projection astrale, la capacité de quitter le corps et de voyager spirituellement.
B2 noun /əˈstrɒnəmər/

astronomer

astronome
Meaning
a scientist who studies the stars, planets, and the universe
Example
The astronomer observed the new comet through his telescope.
L'astronome a observé la nouvelle comète à travers son télescope.
C1 verb /əˈlɒt/

allot

bonheur
Meaning
to give or assign something, often a share or portion, to someone
Example
Each student was allotted ten minutes to present.
Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
C1 verb /əˈdʒuːdɪˌkeɪt/

adjudicate

juger
Meaning
to make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or dispute
Example
The committee was formed to adjudicate disputes between the parties.
Un comité a été formé pour juger les différends entre les parties.
C1 noun, adjective /ˌæntiˈsɛptɪk/

antiseptic

antiseptique
Meaning
A substance that prevents the growth of disease-causing microorganisms; clean and free from germs.
Example
The nurse applied an antiseptic to the wound.
L'infirmière a appliqué un antiseptique sur la plaie.
B1 adjective /əkˈsɛptəbəl/

acceptable

acceptable
Meaning
able to be agreed upon; satisfactory or suitable
Example
Your proposal is acceptable to the committee.
Votre proposition est acceptable pour le comité.
C1 adjective /ˈɔːbərn/

auburn

châtain roux
Meaning
reddish-brown in color, especially used to describe hair
Example
She has long auburn hair that shines in the sunlight.
Elle a de longs cheveux châtain roux qui brillent au soleil.
C2 adjective /ˌæd.vɛnˈtɪʃ.əs/

adventitious

accidentel
Meaning
Happening by chance or accident, not planned.
Example
His success was partly due to adventitious circumstances.
Son succès était en partie dû à des circonstances accidentelles.
B2 noun /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

véhicules autonomes
Meaning
Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.
Example
Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.
Les véhicules autonomes révolutionnent l'avenir du transport.
C2 noun /ˈiːɒn/ or /ˈiːən/

aeon

éon
Meaning
An indefinitely long period of time; an age or eternity.
Example
Dinosaurs roamed the Earth millions of aeons ago.
Les dinosaures ont parcouru la Terre il y a des millions d'éons.
B2 noun /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Animation

animation
Meaning
the technique of making inanimate objects appear to move; liveliness and enthusiasm
Example
The animation in this movie is incredibly detailed.
L'animation dans ce film est incroyablement détaillée.
B1 verb /əˈdɔːr/

adore

adorer
Meaning
to love deeply and respect highly
Example
She adores her little sister.
Elle adore sa petite sœur.
B2 noun /ˌærɪˈstɑːkrəsi/

aristocracy

aristocratie
Meaning
a class of people holding exceptional rank and privileges, especially hereditary nobility
Example
The aristocracy often had influence over political decisions.
L'aristocratie avait souvent une influence sur les décisions politiques.
B2 adjective ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl

agricultural

agricole
Meaning
Connected with farming.
Example
Agricultural advancements enhance food security.
Les progrès agricoles améliorent la sécurité alimentaire.
A2 verb /əˈlaʊ/

allow

permettre
Meaning
to give permission for something to happen or someone to do something
Example
The teacher did not allow phones in class.
Le professeur n'a pas permis les téléphones en classe.
B2 adjective /æpt/

apt

apte
Meaning
Appropriate or suitable; having a natural tendency or quick to learn.
Example
She is an apt student who quickly understands new concepts.
Elle est une élève apte qui comprend rapidement de nouveaux concepts.
C1 adjective /ˈɔː.də.bəl/

Audible

audible
Meaning
able to be heard; loud enough to hear
Example
The speaker's voice was barely audible from the back of the large hall.
La voix du conférencier était à peine audible depuis l'arrière de la grande salle.
B1 adjective /ˈæk.jə.rət/

Accurate

exact; correct;
Meaning
correct, exact, and without any mistakes
Example
The weather forecast was completely accurate.
La prévision météo était entièrement exacte.
B2 noun ˌæl.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃənz

allegations

allégations
Meaning
Claims or assertions that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.
Example
The allegations were investigated by an international body.
Les allégations ont été examinées par un organisme international.
C1 noun /ˌæbəˈrɪdʒəniːz/

aborigines

aborigènes
Meaning
The original inhabitants of a land, especially in Australia.
Example
The aborigines have preserved their traditions for thousands of years.
Les aborigènes ont préservé leurs traditions pendant des milliers d'années.
C2 noun /əˈfeɪ.ʒə/

aphasia

aphasie
Meaning
a medical condition that causes loss of ability to speak or understand language
Example
After the stroke, she was diagnosed with aphasia.
Après l'accident vasculaire cérébral, elle a été diagnostiquée d'une aphasie.
A2 adverb /æz ˈjuː.ʒu.əl/

As usual

comme d'habitude
Meaning
in the way that is normal or typical; customarily
Example
As usual, he arrived late to the meeting.
Comme d'habitude, il est arrivé en retard à la réunion.
B2 adjective /əˈlɑːrmɪŋ/

alarming

alarmant
Meaning
Worrying or disturbing; causing concern or fear.
Example
The unemployment rate among youth is alarming.
Le taux de chômage chez les jeunes est alarmant.
A1 determiner/pronoun /əˈnʌðər/

another

autre
Meaning
one more person or thing of the same type
Example
Can I have another cup of tea?
Puis-je avoir une autre tasse de thé ?
B2 adjective /əˈdʒeɪsənt/

Adjacent

adjacent
Meaning
পার্শ্ববর্তী; সংলগ্ন; নিকটবর্তী;
Example
The hotel is adjacent to the shopping mall.
L'hôtel est adjacent au centre commercial.
B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

allocation

allocation
Meaning
The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.
Example
Budget allocation for education must be increased.
L'allocation du budget pour l'éducation doit être augmentée.
C1 adjective /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/

asymmetrical

asymétrique
Meaning
Having parts that are not the same in size, shape, or arrangement.
Example
She wore an asymmetrical dress that drew everyone’s attention.
Elle portait une robe asymétrique qui attirait l'attention de tout le monde.
C2 noun /ˈeɪ.pi.ˌɛr.i/

apiary

ruche
Meaning
A place where beehives are kept, especially for commercial purposes.
Example
The farmer built a new apiary to produce organic honey.
L'agriculteur a construit une nouvelle ruche pour produire du miel biologique.
A1 adjective, adverb /əˈloʊn/

alone

seul
Meaning
having no one else present; on one's own
Example
She prefers to live alone in her apartment.
Elle préfère vivre seule dans son appartement.
C1 adjective /æmˈbɪvələnt/

ambivalent

ambivalent
Meaning
Having mixed or contradictory feelings about something or someone.
Example
She was ambivalent about accepting the new job offer.
Elle était ambivalente à propos d'accepter la nouvelle offre d'emploi.
C2 adjective /ˈæpəˌleɪt/

appellate

relatif aux appels
Meaning
relating to appeals in a court of law
Example
The case was taken to an appellate court.
L'affaire a été portée devant un tribunal d'appel.
C2 adjective, adverb /əˈfʊt/

afoot

en cours
Meaning
In progress; happening or being prepared.
Example
There are several new projects afoot in the company.
Il y a plusieurs nouveaux projets en cours dans l'entreprise.
C1 noun /ˈɑː.kɪ.taɪp/

archetype

archétype, modèle original
Meaning
A very typical example of a certain person or thing; an original model or prototype.
Example
This painting is the archetype of modern art.
Cette peinture est l'archétype de l'art moderne.
B2 noun əˈbʌndəns

abundance

abondance
Meaning
A very large quantity of something; plenty
Example
The abundance of vegetables in winter is remarkable.
L'abondance de légumes en hiver est remarquable.
B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənt

advancement

avancement
Meaning
The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.
Example
Technological advancement shapes the future.
Les avancées technologiques façonnent l'avenir.
A2 adverb /ˈæktʃuəli/

actually

en fait
Meaning
used to emphasize that something is true, especially when surprising
Example
She actually completed the project ahead of schedule.
Elle a en fait terminé le projet avant la date prévue.
C1 noun /ˌeɪ.li.əˈneɪ.ʃən/

alienation

aliénation
Meaning
The state of being isolated or estranged from a group or activity.
Example
The new policies created a sense of alienation among employees.
Les nouvelles politiques ont créé un sentiment d'aliénation parmi les employés.
B1 noun əˈreɪndʒmənt

arrangement

agencement
Meaning
The way things are organized, positioned, or structured.
Example
The arrangement of protons in the nucleus is critical.
L'agencement des protons dans le noyau est critique.
B2 noun /ˌæk.jʊˈzeɪ.ʃən/

accusation

accusation
Meaning
A statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal.
Example
She made an accusation of theft against her colleague.
Elle a fait une accusation de vol contre son collègue.
C1 noun /ˈæbət/

abbot

abbé
Meaning
The head of a monastery for monks.
Example
The abbot welcomed the visitors to the monastery.
L'abbé a accueilli les visiteurs au monastère.
C1 verb ɔːɡˈmɛntɪŋ

augmenting

augmenter
Meaning
Increasing; making something greater in size, number, or degree
Example
Life expectancy is augmenting with advancements in healthcare.
L'espérance de vie augmente avec les progrès des soins de santé.
B2 noun /ˈærəɡəns/

Arrogance

arrogance
Meaning
having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities
Example
His arrogance made him unpopular among his colleagues.
Son arrogance l'a rendu impopulaire parmi ses collègues.
B2 noun /əˈpɒstrəfi/

apostrophe

apostrophe
Meaning
A punctuation mark (') used to indicate possession or the omission of letters or numbers.
Example
You need an apostrophe in the word 'children’s'.
Vous avez besoin d'une apostrophe dans le mot 'children's'.
C1 noun /ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪk/

analgesic

analgésique
Meaning
A drug or substance that relieves pain.
Example
She took an analgesic to ease her headache.
Elle a pris un analgésique pour soulager son mal de tête.
C1 verb /ˈæmbʊʃ/

ambush

tendre une embuscade
Meaning
To attack suddenly and unexpectedly from a hidden position.
Example
The soldiers planned to ambush the enemy at dawn.
Les soldats ont prévu d'embusquer l'ennemi à l'aube.
C1 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.moʊ.ni/

alimony

pension alimentaire
Meaning
financial support that a person is ordered by a court to give to their spouse after separation or divorce
Example
He was ordered by the court to pay monthly alimony to his ex-wife.
Le tribunal a ordonné de payer une pension alimentaire mensuelle à son ex-femme.
A2 adverb /əˈkrɒs/

Across

à travers
Meaning
from one side to the other side of something; in every part of a place
Example
The bridge stretches across the river.
Le pont s'étend à travers la rivière.
B2 adverb /əˈlɛdʒɪdli/

allegedly

présumément
Meaning
used to say that something is claimed to be true, though not proven
Example
He was allegedly involved in the robbery.
Il était présumé impliqué dans le vol.
B1 adjective /əˈsoʊsieɪtɪd/

associated

associé
Meaning
connected or related to something or someone
Example
She is closely associated with environmental movements.
Elle est étroitement associée aux mouvements environnementaux.
B2 verb /əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/

accumulate

accumuler
Meaning
to gather or collect things gradually over time
Example
She managed to accumulate a small fortune through wise investments.
Elle a réussi à accumuler une petite fortune grâce à des investissements judicieux.
B2 noun /əˈluːmɪnəm/

aluminum

aluminium
Meaning
a lightweight silvery metal used for making cans, foils, and other items
Example
The airplane body is made of strong but light aluminum.
Le corps de l'avion est fabriqué en aluminium, solide mais léger.
C2 adjective əˈdrɔɪt

adroit

habile, astucieux, adroit
Meaning
clever or skillful in using the hands or mind.
Example
She is adroit at solving complex problems.
Elle est habile à résoudre des problèmes complexes.
C1 noun /əˈflɪkʃən/

affliction

affliction
Meaning
a state of pain, suffering, or distress
Example
Poverty is a common affliction in many parts of the world.
La pauvreté est une affliction courante dans de nombreuses parties du monde.
C2 verb /əbˈskɒnd/

abscond

fuir
Meaning
to leave secretly and quickly, often to avoid arrest or punishment
Example
The thief tried to abscond with the stolen jewelry.
Le voleur a essayé de fuir avec les bijoux volés.
C2 verb /ˈɔːɡər/

augur

augurer
Meaning
To be a sign of something to come; to predict or foretell.
Example
Dark clouds augur a coming storm.
Des nuages sombres augurent une tempête à venir.
B2 noun /əˈsʌmpʃən/

Assumption

supposition
Meaning
a thing that is accepted as true without proof; a supposition
Example
His assumption about the weather proved to be wrong.
Sa supposition sur la météo s'est avérée incorrecte.
B2 noun əˈkɔːrd

accord

accord
Meaning
An official agreement or treaty.
Example
The accord emphasized gradual progress.
L'accord a souligné le progrès graduel.
C2 noun /ˈɑːrɡoʊ/

argot

argot spécialisé
Meaning
the specialized vocabulary or jargon of a particular group, especially one with a common interest or occupation
Example
The thieves communicated in an argot that outsiders could not understand.
Les voleurs ont communiqué dans un argot que les étrangers ne pouvaient pas comprendre.
C2 noun /ˈæntɪfɒn/

antiphon

antienne
Meaning
a short chant or verse sung responsively in Christian worship, typically sung before or after a psalm or canticle
Example
The choir sang the antiphon before beginning the main hymn.
Le chœur a chanté l'antienne avant de commencer l'hymne principal.
B2 noun /ˈɑːrm.pɪt/

Armpit

aisselle
Meaning
the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder
Example
He applied deodorant to his armpit.
Il a appliqué du déodorant sur son aisselle.
A1 adverb /əˈraʊnd/

Around

autour; autour de; environ
Meaning
in a circle; on all sides; in the vicinity; approximately
Example
Look around and you will see many beautiful flowers.
Regarde autour et tu verras beaucoup de belles fleurs.
B2 adjective, noun /ədˈvaɪzəri/

advisory

consultatif
Meaning
(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning
Example
The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors.
Le comité sert dans une capacité consultative auprès du conseil d'administration.
B2 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

assurance
Meaning
A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.
Example
Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.
L'assurance de qualité est une priorité pour le conseil.
C1 adjective /əˈdɒptɪv/

adoptive

adoptif
Meaning
relating to the adoption of a child or the act of taking something as one’s own
Example
She grew up in a loving adoptive family.
Elle a grandi dans une famille adoptive aimante.
C1 adjective /əˈɡrɛəriən/

agrarian

agricole
Meaning
Related to farming, agriculture, or rural land.
Example
The country’s economy is still largely agrarian.
L'économie du pays est encore largement agricole.
C2 adjective /ˈæməˌtɔːri/

amatory

amoureux
Meaning
Relating to or expressing sexual love.
Example
The poet’s verses were filled with amatory themes.
Les vers du poète étaient remplis de thèmes amoureux.
B1 adjective /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/

automatic

automatique
Meaning
working by itself without direct human control
Example
This car has an automatic transmission.
Cette voiture a une transmission automatique.
A2 noun /əˈpɑːrtmənt/

apartment

appartement
Meaning
a set of rooms forming a residence within a building
Example
She rented an apartment in the city center.
Elle a loué un appartement dans le centre-ville.
B2 adverb /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəli/

Artificially

artificiellement;
Meaning
by artificial means; not naturally; in a fake manner
Example
The lake was artificially created for irrigation purposes.
Le lac a été créé artificiellement pour des fins d'irrigation.
C1 adverb /ˈæm.ɪ.kə.bli/

Amicably

amicalement
Meaning
in a friendly way without anger or resentment
Example
The divorce was settled amicably between both parties.
Le divorce a été réglé amicalement entre les deux parties.
C2 adjective /ˈeɪ.li.ə.nə.bəl/

alienable

aliénable
Meaning
Able to be transferred or surrendered, usually referring to rights or property.
Example
Property rights are alienable and can be sold or transferred.
Les droits de propriété sont aliénables et peuvent être vendus ou transférés.
A2 verb /əˈtrækt/

attract

attirer
Meaning
to cause someone to have interest or draw something towards
Example
The flowers attract bees with their bright colors.
Les fleurs attirent les abeilles avec leurs couleurs vives.
A2 adjective /ˈæfrɪkən/

african

africain
Meaning
relating to Africa or its people
Example
She studied African culture in university.
Elle a étudié la culture africaine à l'université.
C1 adjective /əˈlʊr.ɪŋ/

Alluring

attirant et tentant; fascinant
Meaning
attractive and tempting; fascinating
Example
The alluring fragrance of roses filled the garden.
Le parfum attirant des roses a rempli le jardin.
A2 adverb /əˈhɛd/

ahead

devant
Meaning
in front; in advance; before someone or something in position or progress
Example
She walked ahead of the group.
Elle marchait devant le groupe.
B2 verb /əˈweɪkən/

awaken

réveiller
Meaning
to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware
Example
The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood.
Le bruit fort a réveillé tout le quartier.
B2 noun /ˌædməˈreɪʃən/

admiration

admiration
Meaning
a feeling of respect, pleasure, or approval for someone or something
Example
She felt great admiration for her teacher’s dedication.
Elle ressentait une grande admiration pour son professeur.