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B1 noun /ˈtʃæmpiənʃɪp/

championship

championnat
Meaning
a competition to decide who is the best in a particular sport or activity.
Example
The championship will be held next month.
Le championnat aura lieu le mois prochain.
B1 noun /ˈsɜːrkəmstæns/

circumstance

circonstance
Meaning
a fact or condition connected with an event or action
Example
She handled the difficult circumstances bravely.
Elle a courageusement géré les circonstances difficiles.
B1 verb /kəˈmjuː.nɪ.keɪt/

communicate

communiquer
Meaning
to share or exchange information, ideas, or feelings
Example
They used gestures to communicate across the noisy room.
Ils ont utilisé des gestes pour communiquer à travers la pièce bruyante.
B1 noun /ˈkætl/

cattle

bonheur
Meaning
large domesticated animals such as cows and bulls that are kept on a farm for their milk, meat, or hides
Example
The farmer owns a herd of cattle that graze near the river.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B1 verb /ˈkælkjəˌleɪt/

calculate

calculer
Meaning
to determine by mathematical computation; to estimate
Example
I need to calculate the total cost.
Je dois calculer le coût total.
B1 noun /tʃest/

Chest

poitrine; coffre
Meaning
the front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and abdomen; a large strong box
Example
The doctor listened to his chest with a stethoscope.
Le médecin a écouté sa poitrine avec un stéthoscope.
B1 noun /kəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃən/

communication

communication
Meaning
The act or process of using words, sounds, signs, or behaviors to express or exchange information or to express your ideas, thoughts, feelings, etc.
Example
Effective communication is crucial for any successful project.
La communication efficace est cruciale pour tout projet réussi.
B1 noun /ˈtʃɛərˌwʊmən/

chairwoman

présidente
Meaning
a woman who presides over a meeting, committee, or organization; a female leader of a board or council
Example
She was elected chairwoman of the company after years of experience.
Elle a été élue présidente de l’entreprise après des années d’expérience.
B1 noun /ˈkɒliːɡ/

colleague

collègue
Meaning
a person with whom one works, especially in a profession or business
Example
She invited her colleagues to the office party.
Elle a invité ses collègues à la fête du bureau.
B1 noun /klɪf/

cliff

falaise
Meaning
a high, steep face of rock or earth
Example
The waves crashed against the bottom of the cliff.
Les vagues se sont écrasées contre le bas de la falaise.
B1 verb /kənˈsɪst/

consist

consister
Meaning
to be made up or composed of certain parts or elements
Example
The committee consists of five members.
Le comité est composé de cinq membres.
B1 noun /kɑːrt/

Cart

chariot
Meaning
a wheeled vehicle for carrying goods; a shopping cart
Example
The farmer loaded hay onto his cart.
Le fermier a chargé du foin dans son chariot.
B1 adjective /kənˈviː.ni.ənt/

Convenient

pratique; commode; adapté;
Meaning
fitting in well with a person's needs, activities, and plans; suitable and practical
Example
The new shopping mall is very convenient for our family.
Le nouveau centre commercial est très pratique pour notre famille.
B1 noun /ˈkɒtən/

cotton

bonheur
Meaning
A soft white fibrous substance used to make cloth and thread.
Example
This shirt is made of pure cotton.
Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B1 noun /ˈkɑn.tent/

Content

content
Meaning
pleased and satisfied; the things that are contained in something; subject matter of a text
Example
She felt content with her simple life in the countryside.
Elle se sentait contente de sa vie simple à la campagne.
B1 noun /ˈkɒntɛkst/

context

contexte
Meaning
the circumstances or background relevant to an event, statement, or idea
Example
To understand the quote, you need to know the context in which it was said.
Pour comprendre la citation, vous devez connaître le contexte dans lequel elle a été dite.
B1 verb /tʃuː/

chew

bonheur
Meaning
to bite food into smaller pieces with your teeth before swallowing it
Example
You should chew your food properly to help with digestion.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B1 noun /ˈtʃɪl.i ˈpaʊ.dər/

Chilli Powder

poudre de chili
Meaning
a spice made from ground dried chili peppers, used to add heat and flavor to food
Example
Add two teaspoons of chilli powder to make the dish spicier.
Ajoutez deux cuillères à café de poudre de chili pour rendre le plat plus épicé.
B1 noun /ˈkæt.ər.pɪl.ər/

Caterpillar

chenille
Meaning
the larva of a butterfly or moth that feeds on plants
Example
The caterpillar ate all the leaves on the plant.
La chenille a mangé toutes les feuilles de la plante.
B1 noun kəˈmjuːnɪti ˈprəʊɡræmz

Community Programs

programmes communautaires
Meaning
Organized activities involving local groups to promote environmental conservation.
Example
Community programs raise awareness about butterfly conservation.
Les programmes communautaires sensibilisent à la conservation des papillons.
B1 verb /kəmˈbaɪn/

combine

combiner
Meaning
To bring two or more things together to form a single unit.
Example
They decided to combine their resources for the project.
Ils ont décidé de combiner leurs ressources pour le projet.
B1 adjective ˈkrɪtɪkəl

critical

critique
Meaning
Extremely important; at a point of crisis or urgency.
Example
Addressing critical issues in education is imperative.
Aborder les questions critiques en éducation est impératif.
B1 noun/adjective /ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/

characteristic

caractéristique
Meaning
A distinguishing quality or feature of a person, place, or thing.
Example
Kindness is a characteristic of true leadership.
La gentillesse est une caractéristique du vrai leadership.
B1 noun /ˈkɔːrɪdɔːr/

corridor

un long passage reliant plusieurs pièces
Meaning
a long passage in a building from which doors lead into rooms
Example
The students waited quietly in the corridor.
Les étudiants attendaient tranquillement dans le corridor.
B1 noun /ˈkwaɪər/

choir

chorale
Meaning
An organized group of singers, typically performing in church services or concerts.
Example
The choir sang beautifully during the ceremony.
La chorale a chanté magnifiquement lors de la cérémonie.
B1 noun /sɛl/

cell

cellule / cellule
Meaning
a small basic unit of life; or a small enclosed space like a prison room
Example
The prisoner was locked in a small cell.
Le prisonnier a été enfermé dans une petite cellule.
B1 noun/verb /koʊd/

code

code
Meaning
a system of words, letters, or symbols used to represent information or instructions
Example
He wrote a code to solve the problem on the computer.
Il a écrit un code pour résoudre le problème sur l'ordinateur.
B1 noun /kɒp/

cop

policier
Meaning
a police officer (informal)
Example
The cop stopped the car for speeding.
Le policier a arrêté la voiture pour excès de vitesse.
B1 adjective /ˈkɒn.stənt/

Constant

constant; invariable; stable
Meaning
occurring continuously over a period of time; unchanging; steady
Example
The machine runs at a constant speed.
La machine fonctionne à une vitesse constante.
B1 noun /ˈtʃæptər/

chapter

chapitre
Meaning
A main division of a book or a period in someone's life.
Example
I just finished the first chapter of the novel.
Je viens de terminer le premier chapitre du roman.
B1 noun /ˈker.ləs.nəs/

Carelessness

négligence; imprudence
Meaning
failure to give sufficient attention to avoiding harm or errors
Example
His carelessness with money led to serious financial problems.
Sa négligence avec l'argent a conduit à de graves problèmes financiers.
B1 noun /tʃɑːrm/

Charm

charme; sortilège; gentillesse
Meaning
the power or quality of giving delight or arousing admiration; a magical spell or talisman
Example
Her natural charm and wit made her popular at social gatherings.
Son charme naturel et son esprit l'ont rendue populaire lors des rassemblements sociaux.
B1 verb /kruːz/

cruise

bonheur
Meaning
to travel smoothly at a moderate speed, especially for pleasure
Example
They decided to cruise along the coast during their vacation.
Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B1 noun ˈkʌrənsi

currency

monnaie
Meaning
A system of money in general use in a particular country; the fact or quality of being generally accepted or in use.
Example
Dual currency systems were proposed.
Des systèmes de monnaie duale ont été proposés.
B1 noun /ˈkʊkər/

cooker

cuisinière; cuiseur
Meaning
a device or appliance used for cooking food; a person or thing that cooks
Example
The rice cooker makes cooking meals much easier.
Le cuiseur à riz rend la cuisine plus facile.
B1 adjective /ˈtʃɪli/

chilly

froid
Meaning
uncomfortably or unpleasantly cold
Example
It was a chilly morning in December.
C'était un matin froid en décembre.
B1 adjective ˈkʌltʃərəl

cultural

culturel
Meaning
Relating to the arts and to intellectual achievements.
Example
Schools organize cultural programs to honor Victory Day.
Les écoles organisent des programmes culturels pour honorer le jour de la victoire.
B1 noun ˈtʃɑː.dʒɪŋ

charging

charge
Meaning
The process of supplying electrical energy to recharge a battery or power source.
Example
Electric vehicle charging stations are increasing in cities.
Les stations de recharge de véhicules électriques augmentent dans les villes.
B1 noun /kæmˈpeɪn/

Campaign

campagne
Meaning
an organized course of action to achieve a particular goal; a series of military operations
Example
The environmental campaign successfully raised awareness about climate change.
La campagne environnementale a réussi à sensibiliser le public au changement climatique.
B1 verb /krɔːl/

crawl

ramper
Meaning
to move slowly on hands and knees; to move very slowly
Example
The baby crawled across the floor to reach the toy.
Le bébé a rampé à travers le sol pour atteindre le jouet.
B1 noun /ˈkɒntɪnənt/

continent

continent
Meaning
one of the large landmasses on Earth such as Asia, Africa, or Europe
Example
Asia is the largest continent in the world.
L'Asie est le plus grand continent du monde.
B1 noun /ˈtʃæn.əl/

Channel

chaîne; canal; moyen;
Meaning
a television or radio station; a passage for water or other liquids; a means of communication
Example
The news channel provided live coverage of the important event.
La chaîne de nouvelles a fourni une couverture en direct de l'événement important.
B1 adjective ˈkruː.ʃəl

crucial

crucial
Meaning
Decisive or critical, especially in the success or failure of something.
Example
Fault-tolerance is crucial for reliability.
La tolérance aux pannes est cruciale pour la fiabilité.
B1 noun, verb /ˈkɒndʌkt/ (noun), /kənˈdʌkt/ (verb)

conduct

comportement / conduire
Meaning
to organize or carry out; or a person's behavior
Example
The teacher conducted the exam fairly.
L'enseignant a dirigé l'examen de manière équitable.
B1 adjective /kəmˈpetətɪv/

competitive

compétitif
Meaning
relating to or characterized by competition; having a strong desire to win or be more successful
Example
She has a competitive spirit that drives her to excel.
Elle a un esprit compétitif qui la pousse à exceller.
B1 noun /ˈsɛntɪˌmiːtər/

centimeter

centimètre
Meaning
A metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter.
Example
The table is 120 centimeters long.
La table mesure 120 centimètres de long.
B1 noun /ˌkænsəˈleɪʃən/

cancellation

annulation
Meaning
the act of stopping something that was planned or scheduled; the act of nullifying or invalidating something
Example
The airline announced the cancellation of several flights due to bad weather.
La compagnie a annoncé l’annulation de plusieurs vols.
B1 noun /ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəm/

criticism

critique
Meaning
The expression of disapproval or judgment of the merits of something
Example
The new policy has faced a lot of criticism from the public.
La nouvelle politique a fait face à beaucoup de critiques de la part du public.
B1 verb /kəmˈpiːt/

compete

compéter
Meaning
to try to win or be more successful than others in a contest or activity
Example
Several companies compete for dominance in the market.
Plusieurs entreprises se battent pour la domination du marché.
B1 noun kəˈmɪt.mənt

commitment

engagement
Meaning
A promise or firm decision to do something; the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause or activity.
Example
The president reaffirmed his commitment to environmental protection.
Le président a réaffirmé son engagement envers la protection de l'environnement.
B1 noun /kəʊˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən/

cooperation

coopération
Meaning
The process of working together to the same end.
Example
Cooperation ensures effective problem-solving.
La coopération assure une résolution efficace des problèmes.
B1 verb, noun /klɪp/

clip

couper / clip
Meaning
to cut or trim something; a short extract from a film, broadcast, or recording
Example
She clipped the coupon from the newspaper.
Elle a découpé le coupon dans le journal.
B1 noun /kriˈeɪ.ʃənz/

creations

créations
Meaning
Things that have been created, especially works of art or imaginative works.
Example
His creations astonished the world.
Ses créations ont stupéfié le monde.
B1 noun /kraʊn/

Crown

couronne
Meaning
a circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch as a symbol of authority
Example
The queen wore a magnificent crown during the coronation ceremony.
La reine portait une magnifique couronne lors de la cérémonie de couronnement.
B1 noun /ˈtʃæmpiən/

champion

champion
Meaning
a person who has defeated all rivals in a competition or fight.
Example
She became the champion after winning the final match.
Elle est devenue la championne après avoir gagné le match final.
B1 noun /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl/

Capital

capitale; richesse; fonds
Meaning
the most important city or town of a country or region; wealth in the form of money or assets
Example
Paris is the capital of France and also a major financial capital.
Paris est la capitale de la France et aussi un centre financier majeur.
B1 adjective /kriˈeɪtɪv/

creative

créatif
Meaning
Having the ability to produce new and original ideas or things.
Example
She is very creative in her writing.
Elle est très créative dans son écriture.
B1 noun /kəˈrɛkʃən/

correction

correction
Meaning
the action or process of correcting something
Example
The teacher made a correction to the student's essay.
L'enseignant a fait une correction dans le devoir de l'élève.
B1 noun /tʃɪn/

Chin

menton
Meaning
the protruding part of the face below the mouth, formed by the apex of the lower jaw
Example
He stroked his beard thoughtfully, resting his hand on his chin.
Il caressait sa barbe pensivement, en posant sa main sur son menton.
B1 noun /kəmˈpɛtɪtər/

competitor

concurrenț
Meaning
a person, team, or company that competes with others
Example
The company lowered its prices to beat its main competitor.
L'entreprise a baissé ses prix pour battre son principal concurrent.
B1 noun /kəmˈpær.ɪ.sən/

Comparison

comparaison
Meaning
the act of examining the similarities and differences between two or more things
Example
The teacher made a comparison between the two poems to show their different styles.
Le professeur a fait une comparaison entre les deux poèmes pour montrer leurs styles différents.
B1 noun /kluː/

clue

indice
Meaning
a piece of evidence or information used in the detection of a crime or solving a puzzle
Example
The detective found a clue near the window.
Le détective a trouvé un indice près de la fenêtre.
B1 noun /kəʊst/

Coast

côte
Meaning
the part of the land near the sea; the edge of the land
Example
We drove along the coast to enjoy the view.
Nous avons conduit le long de la côte pour profiter de la vue.
B1 noun /tʃiːf/

chief

chef
Meaning
a leader or person in charge of a group or organization
Example
The chief of the village made an important decision.
Le chef du village a pris une décision importante.
B1 noun /ˌkjʊr.iˈɑs.ɪ.ti/

Curiosity

curiosité; objet ou fait inhabituel ou intéressant
Meaning
a strong desire to know or learn something; an unusual or interesting object or fact
Example
Her curiosity about different cultures led her to travel around the world.
Sa curiosité pour différentes cultures l'a poussée à voyager autour du monde.
B1 noun /kriˈeɪ.ʃən/

Creation

création; invention
Meaning
the action or process of bringing something into existence; something that has been made or invented
Example
The artist's latest creation was displayed at the modern art gallery.
La dernière création de l'artiste a été exposée à la galerie d'art moderne.
B1 noun ˈklaɪ.mət tʃeɪndʒ

climate change

changement climatique
Meaning
A change in global or regional climate patterns, attributed largely to the increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by the use of fossil fuels.
Example
Climate change is causing more natural disasters.
Le changement climatique provoque plus de catastrophes naturelles.
B1 noun /ˌsɪvɪlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

civilization

civilisation
Meaning
the stage of human social and cultural development and organization considered most advanced
Example
Ancient Egypt is known for its remarkable civilization.
L'Égypte ancienne est connue pour sa civilisation remarquable.
B1 noun /ˈkɜːr.ənt/

Current

courant
Meaning
a body of water or air moving in a definite direction; present time
Example
The river current was too strong for swimming.
Le courant de la rivière était trop fort pour nager.
B1 noun kəˈmɪt.i

committee

comité
Meaning
A group of people appointed for a specific function by a larger group.
Example
A 65-member committee was formed.
Un comité de 65 membres a été formé.
B1 adverb /ˈkʌmftəbli/

Comfortably

confortablement
Meaning
in a comfortable manner; without difficulty or effort; with ease
Example
She was sitting comfortably in her favorite chair.
Elle était assise confortablement dans sa chaise préférée.
B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪk/

classic

classique, exceptionnel
Meaning
Judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind.
Example
That movie is a classic example of 90s comedy.
Ce film est un exemple classique de la comédie des années 90.
B1 adjective kənˈsɪs.tənt

consistent

constant
Meaning
Acting or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate.
Example
Consistent performance leads to success.
Une performance constante mène au succès.
B1 noun /ˈsiːlɪŋ/

ceiling

plafond
Meaning
the upper interior surface of a room
Example
The ceiling of the hall was painted beautifully.
Le plafond de la salle a été peint magnifiquement.
B1 adjective /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/

challenging

difficile
Meaning
difficult in a way that tests one's abilities
Example
The mountain climb was challenging but rewarding.
L'escalade de la montagne était difficile mais gratifiante.
B1 noun /ˈkɒləm/

column

colonne
Meaning
A vertical structure that supports a building; also a section of text arranged vertically in a newspaper or table.
Example
The ancient temple had tall marble columns.
Le temple ancien avait de grandes colonnes en marbre.
B1 adjective /ˈkæʒ.u.əl/

Casual

décontracté et insouciant; se produisant par hasard; informel
Meaning
relaxed and unconcerned; happening by chance; informal
Example
He wore casual clothes to the party.
Il portait des vêtements décontractés à la fête.
B1 verb /kənˈsʌlt/

consult

consulter
Meaning
To seek advice or information from someone with expertise.
Example
You should consult a doctor before starting the treatment.
Vous devriez consulter un médecin avant de commencer le traitement.
B1 noun ˈkɒnsept

concept

concept
Meaning
An abstract idea or general notion
Example
The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.
Le concept de poursuivre deux lapins enseigne la concentration.
B1 verb /kənˈvɜːrt/

convert

convertir
Meaning
to change from one form to another; to transform
Example
We can convert this room into an office.
Nous pouvons convertir cette pièce en un bureau.
B1 noun /kənˈstrʌk.ʃən/

construction

construction
Meaning
The building of something, typically a large structure.
Example
Construction dust significantly contributes to pollution.
La poussière de construction contribue de manière significative à la pollution.
B1 noun /ˈtʃær.ɪ.ti/

Charity

charité; générosité; altruisme
Meaning
the voluntary giving of help to those in need; kindness and tolerance in judging others
Example
The wealthy businessman donated millions to charity for education.
Le riche homme d'affaires a donné des millions à la charité pour l'éducation.
B1 noun sɪvɪˈlɪzeɪʃənz

civilizations

civilisations
Meaning
The stage of human social development and organization that is considered most advanced.
Example
Ancient civilizations developed complex systems of governance.
Les civilisations anciennes ont développé des systèmes complexes de gouvernance.
B1 noun /kəmˈpænjən/

companion

compagnon
Meaning
a person or animal you spend time with or travel with
Example
He was my companion during the long journey.
Il a été mon compagnon pendant le long voyage.
B1 adjective /ˈkɔːʃəs/

cautious

prudent
Meaning
careful to avoid potential problems or dangers
Example
She was cautious about trusting strangers.
Elle était prudente lorsqu'elle faisait confiance aux inconnus.
B1 verb /ˈkæptʃər/

capture

capturer
Meaning
to take control of something or someone by force
Example
The soldiers managed to capture the enemy base.
Les soldats ont réussi à capturer la base ennemie.
B1 noun /kræb/

Crab

crabe
Meaning
a crustacean with a broad carapace, stalked eyes, and five pairs of legs, the first pair of which are modified as pincers
Example
The crab scuttled sideways across the sand.
Le crabe a marché latéralement sur le sable.
B1 noun /ˈtʃɪl.i/

Chilly/Chilli

froid; piment épicé;
Meaning
noticeably cold; a hot-tasting pod of a variety of capsicum, used as a spice
Example
The chef added red chilli to make the curry spicier.
Le chef a ajouté du piment rouge pour rendre le curry plus épicé.
B1 noun /ˌkæl.kjəˈleɪ.ʃən/

Calculation

calcul
Meaning
a mathematical determination of the size or number of something
Example
His calculation of the total cost was accurate to the penny.
Son calcul du coût total était précis au centime près.
B1 adjective /ˈkriːmi/

creamy

texture lisse et riche comme la crème
Meaning
having a smooth, rich texture like cream
Example
She poured a creamy sauce over the pasta.
Elle a versé une sauce crémeuse sur les pâtes.
B1 noun /ˈsɜːr.kəmˌsˌtæn.sɪz/

Circumstances

circonstances
Meaning
the conditions that affect a situation, action, or event; facts or conditions connected with or relevant to an event
Example
Under normal circumstances, she would have arrived by now.
Dans des circonstances normales, elle serait déjà arrivée.
B1 noun /ˈtʃiːtər/

cheater

tricheur
Meaning
a person who cheats or acts dishonestly to gain an advantage
Example
He was caught and labeled as a cheater during the exam.
Il a été traité de tricheur pendant l'examen.
B1 noun /kəmˈpəʊzə(r)/

composer

compositeur
Meaning
a person who writes music, especially classical music
Example
The composer is working on a new symphony.
Le compositeur travaille sur une nouvelle symphonie.
B1 adverb /ˈkɒmənli/

commonly

commumément
Meaning
usually or by most people
Example
This phrase is commonly used in everyday speech.
Cette phrase est communément utilisée dans le langage quotidien.
B1 noun /ˈkɛmɪstri/

chemistry

chimie
Meaning
the branch of science that studies substances and their interactions; also the emotional connection between people
Example
They have great chemistry and work well together.
Ils ont une excellente chimie et travaillent bien ensemble.
B1 adverb /ˈtʃɪəfəli/

cheerfully

joyeusement
Meaning
in a happy and positive manner; with visible good spirits
Example
She greeted everyone cheerfully despite the long day.
Elle a salué tout le monde joyeusement malgré la longue journée.
B1 noun /ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz/

consequences

conséquences
Meaning
Results or effects of an action or condition.
Example
The consequences of ignoring safety protocols can be severe.
Les conséquences de l'ignorance des protocoles de sécurité peuvent être graves.
B1 noun ˈtʃæt.dʒiː.piː.tiː

ChatGPT

Un modèle d'intelligence artificielle basé sur le langage
Meaning
A language-based artificial intelligence model designed for conversational interactions.
Example
ChatGPT helps users generate human-like text efficiently.
ChatGPT aide les utilisateurs à générer du texte semblable à celui d'un humain de manière efficace.
B1 verb /kəˈmɪt/

commit

commettre / accomplir
Meaning
To carry out or perpetrate an act; to pledge or bind to a course of action.
Example
He committed a serious mistake in the report.
Il a commis une grave erreur dans le rapport.
B1 noun /ˌsiːiːˈoʊ/

ceo

directeur général
Meaning
The highest-ranking person in a company, responsible for overall management.
Example
The CEO announced a new strategy for the company.
Le CEO a annoncé une nouvelle stratégie pour l'entreprise.
B1 noun /ˈkɛmɪkəl/

chemical

substance chimique
Meaning
a substance produced by or used in a chemical process
Example
The factory releases harmful chemicals into the river.
L'usine libère des substances chimiques nocives dans la rivière.
B1 noun /kənˈteɪ.nər/

container

conteneur
Meaning
A receptacle or box used for storage or transportation.
Example
Containers are essential for logistics.
Les conteneurs sont essentiels pour la logistique.
B1 noun ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwəns

consequence

conséquence
Meaning
A result or effect of an action or condition.
Example
Every action has a consequence.
Chaque action a une conséquence.
B1 adjective /ˈkɒmplɪˌkeɪtɪd/

complicated

compliqué
Meaning
consisting of many interconnected parts; difficult to understand
Example
The instructions for the machine are too complicated to follow.
Les instructions de la machine sont trop compliquées à suivre.
B1 adjective /ˈkəʊstəl/

coastal

côtier
Meaning
relating to or near a coast or shoreline
Example
They built a resort in a coastal area.
Ils ont construit un complexe dans une zone côtière.
B1 noun /kræft/

craft

compétence, métier, artisanat
Meaning
an activity involving skill in making things by hand; a trade or occupation
Example
She has mastered the craft of pottery.
Elle a maîtrisé l'artisanat de la poterie.
B1 noun /ˈkɑn.træst/

Contrast

contraste; différence; comparaison
Meaning
the state of being strikingly different from something else; comparison showing differences
Example
The contrast between city life and rural life is quite remarkable.
Le contraste entre la vie urbaine et la vie rurale est assez remarquable.
B1 noun /ˈkʌntrisaɪd/

countryside

campagne
Meaning
land outside cities and towns; rural areas with farms, fields, and villages
Example
She enjoys the peace and beauty of the countryside.
Elle apprécie le calme et la beauté de la campagne.
B1 noun ˌkriː.eɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

creativity

créativité
Meaning
The ability to use imagination to produce original ideas or to make something new or imaginative.
Example
His creativity was evident in his artwork.
Sa créativité était évidente dans son art.
B1 noun /ˈkʌˈs.təm/

Custom

coutume; pratique; droit de douane;
Meaning
a traditional practice or behavior; duties levied on imports; habitual practice
Example
It is a local custom to remove shoes before entering someone's home.
Il est d'usage local de retirer ses chaussures avant d'entrer dans la maison de quelqu'un.
B1 noun ˈkɒn.fər.əns

conference

conférence
Meaning
A formal meeting of people with a shared interest, typically one that takes place over several days.
Example
The climate conference emphasized renewable energy.
La conférence sur le climat a mis en avant les énergies renouvelables.
B1 verb /kənˈtɪnjuɪŋ/

continuing

continuant
Meaning
to keep doing something without stopping
Example
They are continuing their journey despite the rain.
Ils continuent leur voyage malgré la pluie.
B1 adjective ˈkɒmplɛks

complex

complexe
Meaning
Having many interrelated parts or factors; complicated.
Example
The relationship between poverty and education is complex.
La relation entre la pauvreté et l'éducation est complexe.
B1 noun /tʃiːk/

Cheek

joue; insolence;
Meaning
either side of the face below the eye; impudent or disrespectful behavior
Example
The baby's rosy cheeks showed she was healthy and happy.
Les joues roses du bébé ont montré qu'elle était en bonne santé et heureuse.
B1 verb /ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/

criticize

critiquer
Meaning
to express disapproval or find fault with someone or something
Example
The teacher criticized the student's poor handwriting.
Le professeur a critiqué l'écriture médiocre de l'élève.
B1 noun /ˈkɒkˌteɪl/

cocktail

cocktail
Meaning
a mixed drink typically containing alcohol and other ingredients.
Example
She ordered a cocktail at the bar.
Elle a commandé un cocktail au bar.
B1 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət/

climate

climat
Meaning
The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general.
Example
Climate change impacts all regions globally.
Le changement climatique affecte toutes les régions à l'échelle mondiale.
B1 verb /ˈkæri aʊt/

carry out

effectuer
Meaning
to perform or complete a task; to execute a plan
Example
The team carries out the project successfully.
L'équipe réalise le projet avec succès.
B1 adverb /ˈkloʊsli/

closely

bonheur
Meaning
in a way that is very near in space, time, or relationship; carefully and attentively
Example
The detective examined the evidence closely.
Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B1 verb /ˈkɒnsəntreɪt/

concentrate

se concentrer
Meaning
to focus all one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity
Example
She tried to concentrate on her studies despite the noise.
Elle a essayé de se concentrer sur ses études malgré le bruit.
B1 noun /klɑːrk/

clerk

employé
Meaning
A person employed in an office or bank to keep records, accounts, and undertake other routine administrative duties.
Example
The clerk helped me find the correct form.
L'employé m'a aidé à trouver le formulaire correct.