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B2 noun /buːθ/

booth

cabine
Meaning
a small enclosed space or area used for a specific purpose, such as voting or selling.
Example
He went into the voting booth to cast his ballot.
Il est allé dans la cabine de vote pour déposer son bulletin.
B2 noun /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɒɡrəfi/

autobiography

autobiographie
Meaning
An account of a person's life written by that person.
Example
She published an autobiography about her journey to success.
Elle a publié une autobiographie sur son parcours vers le succès.
B2 adjective /ˈθɜːrməl/

thermal

thermique
Meaning
Related to heat or temperature.
Example
She wore a thermal jacket to stay warm in winter.
Elle portait une veste thermique pour rester au chaud en hiver.
B2 adjective /ˈlæstɪŋ/

Lasting

durable; permanent
Meaning
enduring for a long time; permanent; durable
Example
Their friendship had a lasting impact on both their lives.
Leurs amitiés ont eu un impact durable sur leur vie.
B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈnaɪəbl/

Undeniable

indéniable
Meaning
impossible to deny or dispute; clearly true
Example
The evidence of his guilt was undeniable.
La preuve de sa culpabilité était indéniable.
B2 adverb /rɪˈlʌk.tənt.li/

Reluctantly

à contrecœur
Meaning
in an unwilling manner; with hesitation or resistance
Example
She reluctantly agreed to help with the project.
Elle a accepté d'aider au projet à contrecœur.
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.
B2 noun /ˈfaɪbər/

fiber

fibre
Meaning
a thread or filament from which a textile is formed; dietary substance from plants that aids digestion
Example
Fruits and vegetables are high in fiber.
Les fruits et légumes sont riches en fibres.
B2 verb /ˌriː.kənˈstrʌkt/

reconstruct

reconstruire
Meaning
to build or form something again after it has been damaged or destroyed
Example
The city was reconstructed after the earthquake.
La ville a été reconstruite après le tremblement de terre.
B2 adjective dɪsˈrʌp.tɪv

disruptive

perturbateur, déstabilisant
Meaning
Causing or tending to cause disruption.
Example
Deforestation has a disruptive effect on wildlife.
La déforestation a un effet perturbateur sur la faune.
B2 noun /θaɪ/

thigh

cuisse
Meaning
the part of the leg between the hip and the knee
Example
He felt pain in his right thigh after running for an hour.
Il a ressenti de la douleur dans sa cuisse droite après avoir couru pendant une heure.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈsiːn/

Unseen

invisible; non vu ou remarqué auparavant
Meaning
not previously seen or noticed; invisible; hidden
Example
The unseen forces of nature can be very powerful.
Les forces invisibles de la nature peuvent être très puissantes.
B2 adjective /ˌθiːəˈrɛtɪkl/

theoretical

théorique
Meaning
Concerned with or based on theory rather than practical application.
Example
The idea remains largely theoretical without real-world evidence.
L'idée reste principalement théorique sans preuve concrète.
B2 verb /ˈspɛkjʊˌleɪt/

speculate

spéculer / investir
Meaning
To form a theory or guess without firm evidence; to invest in stocks, property, etc. hoping for profit.
Example
Experts speculate that the company may expand into new markets.
Les experts spéculent que l'entreprise pourrait s'étendre sur de nouveaux marchés.
B2 noun /ˈkæp.tɪv/

Captive

captif
Meaning
a person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined
Example
The captive was held in a small cell for several months.
Le captif a été retenu dans une petite cellule pendant plusieurs mois.
B2 adjective /ˈiːtəbl̩/

eatable

comestible
Meaning
suitable or safe for eating
Example
The berries are not only eatable but also quite tasty.
Les baies ne sont pas seulement comestibles mais aussi assez savoureuses.
B2 noun /ˈwɒr.i.ər/

Warrior

guerrier; combattant courageux ou expérimenté
Meaning
a person who fights in battles; a brave or experienced fighter
Example
The brave warrior defended his village from the invaders.
Le guerrier courageux a défendu son village contre les envahisseurs.
B2 noun ˈtempəreri ˈsetlmənts

temporary settlements

établissements temporaires
Meaning
Short-term or provisional housing or living arrangements.
Example
Temporary settlements will aid lunar exploration.
Les établissements temporaires aideront à l'exploration lunaire.
B2 noun /kəˈmiː.li.ən/

Chameleon

caméléon
Meaning
a lizard that can change color to match its surroundings
Example
The chameleon changed its color from green to brown.
Le caméléon a changé de couleur du vert au marron.
B2 adjective /ˈdjʊərəbəl/

Durable

durable; résistant; solide
Meaning
able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting; strong
Example
This durable fabric will last for many years.
Ce tissu durable durera de nombreuses années.
B2 noun prəˈvɪʒ.ənz

provisions

dispositions
Meaning
A condition or requirement in a legal document; clauses or stipulations.
Example
Provisions must align with public aspirations.
Les dispositions doivent être en accord avec les aspirations publiques.
B2 noun /ˈtrʌmpɪt/

Trumpet

trompette
Meaning
a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; military signal instrument
Example
The soldier played the trumpet to signal the troops.
Le soldat a joué de la trompette pour signaler les troupes.
B2 noun /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

structures
Meaning
Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.
Example
The region has ancient structures.
La région possède des structures anciennes.
B2 noun ˈsuː.pər.fuːdz

superfoods

super-aliments
Meaning
Nutrient-dense foods that are particularly beneficial for health and well-being.
Example
Blueberries and spinach are superfoods rich in vitamins.
Les bleuets et les épinards sont des super-aliments riches en vitamines.
B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːmənt/

disagreement

désaccord
Meaning
a failure to agree or a difference in opinion
Example
Their disagreement on the issue caused a delay in the project.
Leurs désaccords sur le sujet ont provoqué un retard dans le projet.
B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

esquiver
Meaning
to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly
Example
The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.
Le boxeur a réussi à esquiver le coup de son adversaire.
B2 noun /ræk/

Rack

porte-manteau
Meaning
a framework or structure for holding or storing things
Example
She hung her coat on the rack by the door.
Elle a accroché son manteau sur le porte-manteau près de la porte.
B2 adjective /kənˈsek.jə.tɪv/

Consecutive

consécutif
Meaning
following each other in uninterrupted succession; sequential
Example
She won three consecutive matches in the tournament.
Elle a gagné trois matchs consécutifs dans le tournoi.
B2 noun /ˈbænər/

banner

bannière
Meaning
a large printed sign used for advertisements or announcements
Example
The company displayed a banner to advertise their new product.
L'entreprise a affiché une bannière pour faire la publicité de son nouveau produit.
B2 adjective /ˈæm.pəl/

Ample

ample; abondant; suffisant
Meaning
large in size, extent, or capacity; plentiful; more than enough
Example
We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.
Nous avons suffisamment de temps pour terminer le projet avant la date limite.
B2 noun /ˈʃɪpɪŋ/

shipping

expédition
Meaning
the process of transporting goods
Example
The shipping of the products was delayed due to weather conditions.
L'expédition des produits a été retardée en raison des conditions météorologiques.
B2 adjective /ˈsɛksi/

sexy

attirant
Meaning
sexually attractive or exciting
Example
She wore a sexy red dress to the party.
Elle portait une robe rouge attirante à la fête.
B2 noun /ˈsɛktər/

sector

secteur
Meaning
a distinct part or area of an economy, society, or industry
Example
The technology sector is growing rapidly.
Le secteur technologique croît rapidement.
B2 adjective /ˈpʌz.lɪŋ/

Puzzling

déroutant
Meaning
confusing; perplexing;
Example
The scientist found the results puzzling.
Le scientifique a trouvé les résultats déroutants.
B2 adjective /ˈkwɑː.lɪ.teɪ.tɪv/

Qualitative

qualitatif
Meaning
relating to quality or character rather than quantity; descriptive rather than numerical
Example
The research focuses on qualitative analysis rather than numbers.
La recherche se concentre sur l'analyse qualitative plutôt que sur les chiffres.
B2 noun /ˈæŋk.lət/

Anklet

bracelet de cheville
Meaning
a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle
Example
She wore a beautiful silver anklet on her left foot.
Elle portait un beau bracelet de cheville en argent à son pied gauche.
B2 noun /kəˈlɛstərɒl/

cholesterol

cholestérol
Meaning
a fatty substance found in the blood, high levels of which can cause health problems
Example
High cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease.
Un taux élevé de cholestérol peut augmenter le risque de maladies cardiaques.
B2 noun ˌvɛntɪˈleɪʃən

ventilation

ventilation
Meaning
The provision of fresh air to a room, building, etc.
Example
Proper ventilation is essential for maintaining air quality.
Une ventilation adéquate est essentielle pour maintenir la qualité de l'air.
B2 verb /əˈstaʊnd/

astound

stupéfier
Meaning
to greatly surprise or amaze someone
Example
The magician's final trick astounded the audience.
Le tour final du magicien a stupéfié le public.
B2 adjective /ˈwʊd biː/

Would-be

aspirant; potentiel;
Meaning
prospective; intending to be; aspiring
Example
The would-be actor practiced his lines every day.
L'acteur aspirant répétait ses répliques tous les jours.
B2 noun /ˈbɒmɪŋ/

bombing

bombardement
Meaning
an attack using bombs or explosives
Example
The city was devastated by the bombing.
La ville a été dévastée par le bombardement.
B2 verb /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/

demolish

démolir
Meaning
to destroy completely, especially a building or structure
Example
The city decided to demolish the old stadium to build a new one.
La ville a décidé de démolir l'ancien stade pour en construire un nouveau.
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zər/

Razor

rasoir
Meaning
a sharp-edged instrument used for shaving hair from the skin
Example
He shaved his beard with a sharp razor.
Il s'est rasé la barbe avec un rasoir tranchant.
B2 noun /ˌmɪsˈfɔːrtʃən/

misfortune

malchance
Meaning
Bad luck or an unfortunate event.
Example
He suffered the misfortune of losing his job during the recession.
Il a souffert de la malchance de perdre son emploi pendant la récession.
B2 noun /tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

technological advancement

avancée technologique
Meaning
Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.
Example
Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare.
L'avancée technologique révolutionne les soins de santé.
B2 noun /biːk/

Beak

bec
Meaning
the hard pointed part of a bird's mouth
Example
The eagle has a sharp beak for tearing meat.
L'aigle a un bec pointu pour déchirer la viande.
B2 noun /ˈbælət/

ballot

bulletin de vote
Meaning
a process of voting, usually in secret; the paper used to record a vote
Example
Voters cast their ballot in the election.
Les électeurs ont déposé leur bulletin de vote dans l’élection.
B2 noun /fʌs/

Fuss

agitation; raffut; souci inutile
Meaning
unnecessary worry or bother about something; agitated excitement over a trivial matter
Example
She made such a fuss about the small stain on her dress that everyone noticed.
Elle a fait tout un raffut à propos de la petite tache sur sa robe que tout le monde l'a remarquée.
B2 adjective /rɪˈspek.tɪv/

Respective

respectif; respectif à chacun
Meaning
belonging to each individual; particular to each
Example
The students returned to their respective classrooms after lunch.
Les étudiants sont retournés dans leurs salles de classe respectives après le déjeuner.
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈduː/

overdo

exagérer
Meaning
to do something too much; to exaggerate or carry to excess
Example
Don't overdo the exercise on your first day at the gym.
Ne fais pas trop d'exercice le premier jour à la salle de sport.
B2 adjective /ˈsɪr.i.əl/

Serial

série; consécutif
Meaning
happening in a series; consecutive; arranged in order
Example
The serial killer was finally caught after years of investigation.
Le tueur en série a enfin été capturé après des années d'enquête.
B2 noun /ˈrerəti/

Rarity

l'état d'être rare; quelque chose qui est peu commun ou rare
Meaning
the state of being rare; something that is uncommon or scarce
Example
The antique vase was a rarity worth thousands of dollars.
Le vase antique était une rareté valant des milliers de dollars.
B2 noun /ˈbæk.boʊn/

Backbone

colonne vertébrale
Meaning
the series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the pelvis; spine
Example
He injured his backbone in the accident.
Il a blessé sa colonne vertébrale dans l'accident.
B2 noun /ˈɛntəti/

entity

entité
Meaning
something that exists as a single and complete unit; an organization or being
Example
The new company will operate as a separate legal entity.
La nouvelle entreprise fonctionnera en tant qu'entité juridique distincte.
B2 noun /fɪˈzɪʃən/

physician

médecin
Meaning
a person qualified to practice medicine; a doctor
Example
The physician prescribed some medicine to treat the condition.
Le médecin a prescrit des médicaments pour traiter la condition.
B2 adverb /ˈden.sli/

densely

densément
Meaning
In a closely compacted or crowded manner.
Example
The area is densely covered with trees.
La zone est densément couverte d'arbres.
B2 noun/verb /ˈaʊtreɪdʒ/

outrage

indignation
Meaning
A strong feeling of anger and shock; to arouse anger or shock.
Example
The unfair decision caused public outrage.
La décision injuste a provoqué une indignation publique.
B2 noun ˌreɪ.di.oʊ.ækˈtɪv.ə.ti

radioactivity

radioactivité
Meaning
The emission of ionizing radiation or particles caused by the spontaneous disintegration of atomic nuclei.
Example
Radioactivity is used in medical treatments like cancer therapy.
La radioactivité est utilisée dans des traitements médicaux comme la thérapie du cancer.
B2 noun /mɪnt/

Mint

menthe; maison de la monnaie
Meaning
An aromatic plant used for flavoring; also a place where money is manufactured
Example
She added fresh mint leaves to the tea for a refreshing taste.
Elle a ajouté des feuilles de menthe fraîche au thé pour un goût rafraîchissant.
B2 noun /ˈveɪ.pər/

Vapour

vapeur
Meaning
a substance in the form of a gas, especially when it has changed from a liquid or solid state
Example
Water vapour rose from the hot pavement after the rain.
La vapeur d'eau s'élevait du trottoir chaud après la pluie.
B2 noun /sneɪl/

Snail

escargot
Meaning
a small soft creature with a shell on its back that moves very slowly
Example
The snail left a shiny trail as it crawled across the leaf.
L'escargot a laissé une traînée brillante en rampant sur la feuille.
B2 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

insure

assurer
Meaning
to provide insurance; to make certain
Example
I need to insure my new car.
J'ai besoin d'assurer ma nouvelle voiture.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

indifferent

indifférent
Meaning
having no particular interest or concern; not caring one way or another
Example
She was indifferent to the outcome of the match.
Elle était indifférente au résultat du match.
B2 adjective /ˌʌn.əkˈsep.tə.bəl/

Unacceptable

inacceptable
Meaning
not satisfactory or allowable; not acceptable
Example
The quality of work was completely unacceptable.
La qualité du travail était complètement inacceptable.
B2 noun /dɛk/

deck

pont / plateforme
Meaning
A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or building.
Example
We enjoyed the sunset from the upper deck of the ferry.
Nous avons profité du coucher du soleil depuis le pont supérieur du ferry.
B2 verb /piːp/

peep

regarder furtivement
Meaning
to look quickly or secretly; to make a short high sound
Example
The child tried to peep through the keyhole.
L'enfant a essayé de regarder à travers le trou de serrure.
B2 noun /heɪl/

Hail

grêle
Meaning
pellets of frozen rain that fall in showers from cumulonimbus clouds; a greeting or acclaim
Example
The sudden hailstorm damaged many cars in the parking lot with large ice pellets.
La soudaine tempête de grêle a endommagé de nombreuses voitures dans le parking avec de grosses boules de glace.
B2 verb /ɪnˈspekt/

inspect

inspecter
Meaning
to examine something carefully to check for problems or faults
Example
The engineer will inspect the building for structural damage.
L'ingénieur inspectera le bâtiment pour des dommages structurels.
B2 noun /ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ/

camouflage

camouflage
Meaning
the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings
Example
The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy.
Les soldats ont utilisé le camouflage pour se cacher de l'ennemi.
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːdɪd/

preceded

précédé
Meaning
came before something in time, order, or position
Example
Dark clouds preceded the heavy rainfall.
Les nuages sombres ont précédé la forte pluie.
B2 noun /əˈkʌmplɪʃmənt/

accomplishment

réalisation
Meaning
something that has been achieved successfully
Example
Graduating from university was a major accomplishment for him.
Obtenir son diplôme universitaire a été une grande réalisation pour lui.
B2 noun ˌfʌŋk.ʃəˈnæl.ə.ti

functionality

fonctionnalité
Meaning
The quality of being functional; the ability to work or operate as intended.
Example
The new refrigerator has improved functionality.
Le nouveau réfrigérateur a amélioré la fonctionnalité.
B2 noun /ˈɪdɪət/

idiot

idiot
Meaning
a person who acts in a way that is considered very stupid or foolish
Example
He acted like an idiot at the party last night.
Il a agi comme un idiot à la fête hier soir.
B2 noun /luːp/

Loop

boucle, anneau
Meaning
a shape produced by a curve that bends around and crosses itself
Example
The string formed a neat loop around the package.
Le fil forma une boucle propre autour du paquet.
B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

plaider
Meaning
to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court
Example
She pleaded for mercy.
Elle plaida pour la miséricorde.
B2 adverb /ˈaʊər.li/

Hourly

chaque heure; se produisant ou fait chaque heure; en continu
Meaning
every hour; happening or done each hour; continuously
Example
The weather report is updated hourly.
Le rapport météorologique est mis à jour chaque heure.
B2 adjective /ˈvɜːrtɪkl/

vertical

vertical
Meaning
Standing or pointing straight up; perpendicular to the ground.
Example
The skyscraper has a perfectly vertical design.
Le gratte-ciel a un design parfaitement vertical.
B2 noun /ˈpoʊ.di.əm/

Podium

podium
Meaning
a small platform on which a person may stand to be seen by an audience
Example
The winner stood on the podium to receive the gold medal.
Le gagnant est monté sur le podium pour recevoir la médaille d'or.
B2 noun /mɪl/

mill

moulin
Meaning
a building equipped with machinery for grinding grain or manufacturing goods
Example
The old flour mill has been converted into a museum.
Le vieux moulin à farine a été transformé en musée.
B2 noun /dɪsˈɔːrdər/

disorder

trouble
Meaning
A state of confusion or lack of order; also a medical or mental condition.
Example
The protest ended in disorder when the crowd became violent.
La manifestation s'est terminée en trouble lorsque la foule est devenue violente.
B2 noun /ˈbev.ər.ɪdʒ/

Beverage

boisson
Meaning
a drink, especially one other than water
Example
Would you like a hot or cold beverage with your meal?
Voulez-vous une boisson chaude ou froide avec votre repas?
B2 adverb /ˈdʒenərəsli/

generously

généreusement
Meaning
in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way
Example
She generously donated money to help the poor.
Elle a généreusement donné de l'argent pour aider les pauvres.
B2 noun /ˈveɪ.kən.si/

Vacancy

vacance; une position ou un espace vide
Meaning
an unoccupied position or job; an empty space or room
Example
There is a vacancy for a software engineer in our company.
Il y a une vacance pour un ingénieur logiciel dans notre entreprise.
B2 noun /ˌhɪp.əˈpɒt.ə.məs/

Hippopotamus

hippopotame
Meaning
a large, mostly herbivorous mammal that lives in and around water in Africa
Example
The hippopotamus spends most of its day in the water.
L'hippopotame passe la plupart de sa journée dans l'eau.
B2 adjective /æbˈnɔːr.məl/

abnormal

anormal
Meaning
deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable
Example
The doctor noticed an abnormal growth in the patient’s lung.
Le médecin a remarqué une croissance anormale dans les poumons du patient.
B2 noun /ˈskɛlɪtən/

skeleton

squelette
Meaning
The internal framework of bones that supports the body of a human or animal.
Example
The teacher showed the students a human skeleton in the biology class.
Le professeur a montré aux élèves un squelette humain en cours de biologie.
B2 adverb /ˈæŋkʃəsli/

anxiously

anxieusement
Meaning
in a worried, nervous, or uneasy manner; with anxious anticipation
Example
She waited anxiously for the exam results.
Elle attendait anxieusement les résultats de l'examen.
B2 adjective /dɪˈraɪvd/

derived

dérivé
Meaning
Developed or obtained from something else; not original.
Example
The word is derived from Latin.
Le mot est dérivé du latin.
B2 noun /ˈlɒdʒɪk/

logic

logique
Meaning
Reasoning conducted or assessed according to strict principles of validity.
Example
Her argument was based on sound logic.
Son argument était basé sur une logique solide.
B2 noun fəˈnɒm.ɪ.nə

phenomena

phénomènes
Meaning
Facts or situations that are observed to exist or happen, especially ones whose cause or explanation is in question.
Example
Phenomena like floods disrupt agricultural systems.
Les phénomènes tels que les inondations perturbent les systèmes agricoles.
B2 noun ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si ˌreɪts

literacy rates

taux d'alphabétisation
Meaning
The percentage of people in a population who can read and write; measures of educational levels in a population.
Example
Literacy rates impact socioeconomic conditions.
Les taux d'alphabétisation influent sur les conditions socio-économiques.
B2 adverb /wɛərˈbaɪ/

whereby

par lequel
Meaning
by which; because of which
Example
The company agreed to a contract whereby it would pay the penalty.
L'entreprise a accepté un contrat par lequel elle paierait la pénalité.
B2 noun /hʌb/

hub

centre
Meaning
the central part of a place or activity where things converge
Example
The city is the hub of the country's trade network.
La ville est le centre du réseau commercial du pays.
B2 noun, verb /rɪər/

rear

arrière / élever
Meaning
the back part of something; to bring up or raise children or animals
Example
The mother cat reared her kittens in a quiet corner.
La mère chatte a élevé ses chatons dans un coin tranquille.
B2 noun /hʌm/

Hum

bourdonnement
Meaning
a low continuous sound; to make a low continuous droning sound
Example
The constant hum of the air conditioner helped her fall asleep peacefully.
Le bourdonnement constant du climatiseur l'a aidée à s'endormir paisiblement.
B2 verb /reɪl/

rail

se plaindre
Meaning
to complain or protest strongly about something
Example
He railed against the unfair decision.
Il s'est plaint contre la décision injuste.
B2 noun əˈmendmənt

amendment

amendement
Meaning
A minor change in a document.
Example
The amendment was not supported.
L'amendement n'a pas été soutenu.
B2 adjective daɪˈvɜːs

diverse

divers
Meaning
Showing a great deal of variety; very different.
Example
Diverse industries enhance economic resilience.
Les industries diversifiées renforcent la résilience économique.
B2 noun /məˈlɛəriə/

malaria

paludisme
Meaning
a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating
Example
Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions.
Le paludisme est une maladie courante dans les régions tropicales.
B2 noun /kənˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

conjunction

conjonction
Meaning
a word used to connect clauses or sentences, or to coordinate words
Example
The words 'and' and 'but' are common conjunctions.
Les mots 'et' et 'mais' sont des conjonctions courantes.
B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈsaɪdɪd/

Undecided

indécis; incertain
Meaning
not having made a decision; uncertain
Example
She was undecided about which college to attend.
Elle était indécise sur quel collège fréquenter.
B2 noun /ˈmɜːrdərər/

murderer

meurtrier
Meaning
a person who unlawfully kills another human being with intent
Example
The murderer was caught by the police within hours.
Le meurtrier a été capturé par la police en quelques heures.
B2 noun (plural) /ˈtæk.tɪks/

tactics

stratégies
Meaning
specific methods or actions used to achieve a goal, especially in military or competition
Example
The team changed their tactics to win the game.
L'équipe a changé ses tactiques pour gagner le match.
B2 noun /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˈmuːvmənt/

environmental movement

mouvement environnemental
Meaning
A social or political movement aimed at protecting the environment and promoting sustainable practices through advocacy, education, and policy changes.
Example
The environmental movement focuses on reducing pollution and protecting ecosystems.
Le mouvement environnemental se concentre sur la réduction de la pollution et la protection des écosystèmes.
B2 noun ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ɪˈvents

catastrophic events

événements catastrophiques
Meaning
Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.
Example
Cyclones are catastrophic events in Bangladesh.
Les cyclones sont des événements catastrophiques au Bangladesh.
B2 verb /ˈsuːpərvaɪz/

supervise

superviser
Meaning
to watch and direct a person or activity to ensure things are done correctly
Example
The teacher supervises students during the exam.
Le professeur supervise les étudiants pendant l'examen.
B2 noun /ˌmɒd.ən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

modernization

modernisation
Meaning
The process of adapting something to modern needs or habits.
Example
Modernization of industries reduces pollution.
La modernisation des industries réduit la pollution.
B2 noun /ˈwɪldərnəs/

Wilderness

région sauvage; territoire inexploré; désert
Meaning
an uncultivated, uninhabited, and inhospitable region; a wild or uncultivated state
Example
They got lost in the wilderness for three days.
Ils se sont perdus dans la nature pendant trois jours.
B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

réfléchi
Meaning
carefully considered, deliberate, or planned
Example
Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.
Sa réponse était calme et réfléchie, pas impulsive.
B2 noun /ˈrɪk.ʃɔː/

Rickshaw

rickshaw
Meaning
a light two-wheeled passenger vehicle drawn by one or more people
Example
We took a rickshaw to reach the busy marketplace.
Nous avons pris un rickshaw pour atteindre le marché animé.
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.laɪn/

Outline

plan; contour; résumé
Meaning
a general description or plan showing the essential features of something; the main points
Example
The teacher provided an outline of the course syllabus.
L'enseignant a fourni un plan du programme du cours.
B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪ.tɪd

integrated

intégré
Meaning
Combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole.
Example
Integrated systems optimize efficiency.
Les systèmes intégrés optimisent l'efficacité.
B2 verb /ˈskætər/

scatter

répandre
Meaning
to spread or throw around in different directions
Example
The wind scattered the leaves across the yard.
Le vent a éparpillé les feuilles dans le jardin.
B2 noun əˈkɔːrd

accord

accord
Meaning
An official agreement or treaty.
Example
The accord emphasized gradual progress.
L'accord a souligné le progrès graduel.
B2 noun /ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt/

enforcement

application de la loi
Meaning
the act of making sure that laws or rules are followed
Example
The police are responsible for law enforcement.
La police est responsable de l'application de la loi.
B2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt/

inconsistent

incohérent
Meaning
Not staying the same throughout; lacking harmony or regularity.
Example
His answers were inconsistent and confusing.
Ses réponses étaient incohérentes et confuses.
B2 adjective ˈsɑːləm

solemn

solennel
Meaning
Formal and dignified; characterized by deep sincerity.
Example
The day begins with a solemn ceremony at the memorial.
La journée commence par une cérémonie solennelle au mémorial.
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrti/

Hearty

enthousiaste et amical; substantiel et nourrissant
Meaning
enthusiastic and friendly; substantial and nourishing
Example
He gave us a hearty welcome when we arrived at his home.
Il nous a donné un accueil chaleureux lorsque nous sommes arrivés chez lui.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈfekʃəs/

infectious

infectieux
Meaning
capable of causing infection or disease; spreading easily from one person to another; able to spread feelings or attitudes such as enthusiasm
Example
Her infectious laughter made everyone in the room smile.
Son rire infectieux a fait sourire tout le monde.
B2 noun /ˈækni/

acne

acné
Meaning
a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots
Example
Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.
Un nettoyage régulier et une alimentation équilibrée peuvent aider à réduire l'acné.
B2 adjective /ˌʌnrɪˈzɒlvd/

unresolved

non résolu
Meaning
not solved or settled; remaining undecided or unclear
Example
The dispute remains unresolved despite several meetings.
Le conflit reste non résolu malgré plusieurs réunions.