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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 /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 /səˈlɛbrɪti/

celebrity

personne célèbre
Meaning
a famous person, especially in entertainment or sports
Example
The celebrity was surrounded by fans at the airport.
La célébrité était entourée de fans à l'aéroport.
B1 noun /ˈkaʊnti/

county

comté
Meaning
A territorial division within a country, typically a region with its own local government.
Example
She grew up in a small county in northern England.
Elle a grandi dans un petit comté du nord de l'Angleterre.
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 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 /kəˈsiːnoʊ/

casino

casino
Meaning
a place where people gamble and play games of chance
Example
They spent the evening playing cards at the casino.
Ils ont passé la soirée à jouer aux cartes au casino.
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 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 noun /ˈkɒtɪdʒ/

cottage

cabane
Meaning
a small simple house, typically in the countryside
Example
They spent their vacation in a cozy cottage by the lake.
Ils ont passé leurs vacances dans une cabane confortable près du lac.
B1 noun ˌkɒnsənˈtreɪʃən

concentration

concentration
Meaning
The action or power of focusing one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity
Example
Concentration is key to mastering any skill.
La concentration est essentielle pour maîtriser n'importe quelle compétence.
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 /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 /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 adjective /ˈtʃaɪl.dɪʃ/

Childish

enfantin; immature mais inapproprié pour un adulte
Meaning
immature and silly; behaving in a way that is typical of a child but inappropriate for an adult
Example
His childish behavior during the meeting was quite embarrassing.
Son comportement enfantin pendant la réunion était assez embarrassant.
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 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 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 /kloʊðz ˈaɪərn/

Clothes iron

fer à repasser
Meaning
An electric appliance used to remove wrinkles from clothes by applying heat and pressure
Example
I need to use the clothes iron to make my shirt look neat for the meeting.
J'ai besoin d'utiliser le fer à repasser pour rendre ma chemise nette pour la réunion.
B1 adjective /ˈkoʊzi/

cozy

confortable
Meaning
giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation
Example
We sat in a cozy little café on a rainy day.
Nous nous sommes assis dans un petit café confortable un jour de pluie.
B1 adjective /kəˈmɪtɪd/

committed

engagé
Meaning
Dedicated and loyal to a cause, activity, or relationship.
Example
She is a committed teacher who cares deeply for her students.
Elle est une enseignante engagée qui prend profondément soin de ses élèves.
B1 noun /kəˈnuː/

Canoe

canoë
Meaning
a narrow boat pointed at both ends and moved with a paddle
Example
They paddled their canoe down the peaceful stream.
Ils ont pagayé leur canoë dans le ruisseau paisible.
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 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 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 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 noun ˌkɒn.səˈveɪ.ʃən

conservation

conservation
Meaning
The protection of plants and animals, natural areas, and interesting and important structures and buildings, especially from the damaging effects of human activity.
Example
Conservation of forests is crucial for climate stability.
La conservation des forêts est cruciale pour la stabilité du climat.
B1 noun /ˈkær.ə.væn/

Caravan

caravane
Meaning
a group of people traveling together, especially through desert areas
Example
The merchant caravan crossed the desert with camels carrying precious goods.
La caravane de marchands a traversé le désert avec des chameaux portant des biens précieux.
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 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 /kənˈvɛnʃən/

convention

convention
Meaning
a widely accepted way of behaving or doing something; a formal meeting
Example
The annual writers' convention was held in Dhaka.
La convention annuelle des écrivains a eu lieu à Dhaka.
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 verb /kræk/

crack

bonheur
Meaning
To break or cause to break without complete separation; to make a sharp sound.
Example
The glass cracked when it was dropped on the floor.
Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur quand elle a reçu le prix.
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 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 adverb /ˈkɑːm.li/

Calmly

calmement
Meaning
in a peaceful way without showing strong emotions; quietly and without excitement
Example
She spoke calmly despite being angry.
Elle a parlé calmement malgré sa colère.
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 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 /ˈsɛrəˌmoʊni/

ceremony

cérémonie
Meaning
A formal event or occasion, often with rituals and traditions.
Example
The graduation ceremony was held in the university hall.
La cérémonie de remise des diplômes a eu lieu dans le hall de l'université.
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 /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 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 /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 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 /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, 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 noun /kənˈviː.ni.əns/

Convenience

commodité
Meaning
the state of being able to proceed with something without difficulty; a thing that contributes to an easy way of life
Example
The convenience of online shopping has changed how people buy products.
La commodité des achats en ligne a changé la façon dont les gens achètent des produits.
B1 noun /ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/

combination

combinaison / mélange
Meaning
The act of joining or mixing two or more things together.
Example
This dish is a perfect combination of sweet and spicy flavors.
Ce plat est une combinaison parfaite de saveurs sucrées et épicées.
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 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 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 noun, verb /ˈkrɛdɪt/

credit

crédit, reconnaissance
Meaning
As a noun: the ability to obtain goods or services before payment; recognition for an achievement. As a verb: to publicly acknowledge someone's contribution.
Example
She received credit for her contribution to the project.
Elle a reçu du crédit pour sa contribution au projet.
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 /kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃən/

congratulation

félicitation
Meaning
an expression of praise or joy for someone’s achievement or good fortune
Example
She sent a congratulation to her friend on winning the award.
Elle a envoyé une félicitation à son amie pour avoir gagné le prix.
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 /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 /kənˈkluː.ʒən/

Conclusion

conclusion; fin; décision
Meaning
the end or finish of an event, process, or text; a judgment or decision reached by reasoning
Example
The conclusion of the research paper summarized all the important findings.
La conclusion de l'article de recherche a résumé toutes les découvertes importantes.
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 verb /klæp/

clap

applaudir
Meaning
To strike the palms of the hands together, usually to express approval or create a sharp sound.
Example
The audience began to clap loudly after the performance.
Le public a commencé à applaudir bruyamment après la performance.
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 verb /kæst/

cast

lancer
Meaning
to throw; to choose actors for a play; to shape metal
Example
The fisherman casts his line into the water.
Le pêcheur lance sa ligne dans l'eau.
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 /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 ˈkraɪsɪs

crisis

crise
Meaning
A time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger.
Example
The financial crisis affected global markets.
La crise financière a affecté les marchés mondiaux.
B1 noun, adjective /ˈkrɪmɪnəl/

criminal

criminel
Meaning
A person who has committed a crime; relating to crime
Example
The police arrested a dangerous criminal last night.
La police a arrêté un criminel dangereux hier soir.
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 /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 noun /kənˈfjuː.ʒən/

Confusion

confusion, désarroi, chaos
Meaning
lack of understanding; uncertainty; the state of being bewildered or unclear in one's mind
Example
There was confusion about the meeting time, so half the team arrived late.
Il y avait confusion sur l'heure de la réunion, donc la moitié de l'équipe est arrivée en retard.
B1 noun /ˈkɒnflɪkt/

conflict

conflit
Meaning
A serious disagreement or argument, often a prolonged one.
Example
The two countries are trying to resolve the conflict through negotiations.
Les deux pays essaient de résoudre le conflit par des négociations.
B1 noun /ˈkætəɡɔːri/

category

catégorie
Meaning
a class or division of things regarded as having particular shared characteristics
Example
Books are arranged by category in the library.
Les livres sont classés par catégorie à la bibliothèque.
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 /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 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 /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 /ˈkɑːr.pən.tər/

Carpenter

charpentier
Meaning
a person who makes and repairs wooden objects and structures
Example
The carpenter built a beautiful wooden cabinet for the kitchen.
Le charpentier a construit une belle armoire en bois pour la cuisine.
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 adjective /ˈkeɪ.pə.bəl/

Capable

capable; compétent
Meaning
having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve something; competent
Example
She is capable of handling complex problems.
Elle est capable de résoudre des problèmes complexes.
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 ˈkæn.dɪ.deɪts

candidates

candidats
Meaning
A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election; someone being considered for a position.
Example
Candidates undergo a rigorous selection process.
Les candidats passent par un processus de sélection rigoureux.
B1 verb /kəˈmænd/

command

ordre
Meaning
to give an order authoritatively; to control or direct
Example
The general commanded the soldiers to move forward.
Le général a ordonné aux soldats d'avancer.
B1 noun /ˈkɒstjuːm/

costume

costume
Meaning
a set of clothes worn to represent a particular character, culture, or occasion
Example
She wore a beautiful costume for the Halloween party.
Elle a porté un magnifique costume pour la fête d'Halloween.
B1 adjective /kəmˈbaɪnd/

combined

combiné
Meaning
formed by bringing together separate parts or elements
Example
The combined effort of the team led to success.
L'effort combiné de l'équipe a conduit au succès.
B1 noun /ˈkæbɪn/

cabin

cabine
Meaning
a small shelter or house, often made of wood in a remote area
Example
They spent the weekend in a cozy cabin in the mountains.
Ils ont passé le week-end dans une cabine confortable dans les montagnes.
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 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 /ˌkɒn.trɪˈbjuː.ʃən/

contribution

contribution
Meaning
A gift or payment to a common fund or collection.
Example
His contribution to the project was vital.
Sa contribution au projet a été vitale.
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 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 adjective, noun /ˈkɔːrpərət/

corporate

Relatif à l'entreprise/corporation
Meaning
relating to a corporation or large company; united as a single body
Example
Corporate social responsibility is important for modern businesses.
La responsabilité sociale des entreprises est importante pour les entreprises modernes.
B1 adverb /ˈkɒnstəntli/

Constantly

constamment; toujours; sans arrêt
Meaning
continuously over a period of time; always; without stopping
Example
The baby was constantly crying throughout the night.
Le bébé pleurait constamment toute la nuit.
B1 noun /kruː/

crew

équipage
Meaning
A group of people working together, especially on a ship, aircraft, or project.
Example
The ship's crew worked tirelessly during the storm.
L'équipage du navire a travaillé sans relâche pendant la tempête.
B1 noun /ˈkɑn.fɪ.dəns/

Confidence

confiance
Meaning
the feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust; self-assurance
Example
She spoke with great confidence during the job interview.
Elle a parlé avec une grande confiance pendant l'entretien d'embauche.
B1 verb /kleɪm/

claim

revendiquer
Meaning
to assert ownership; to state as fact
Example
He claims to be the rightful owner.
Il prétend être le propriétaire légitime.
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 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 adjective /ˈkʌtɪŋ/

cutting

tranchant
Meaning
sharp or severe, often used to describe remarks or actions
Example
Her cutting remarks made everyone feel uncomfortable.
Ses remarques acerbes ont mis tout le monde mal à l'aise.
B1 noun /ˈkæmpəs/

campus

campus
Meaning
The grounds and buildings of a university, college, or school.
Example
The university campus is filled with students during the fall semester.
Le campus universitaire est rempli d'étudiants pendant le semestre d'automne.
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 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 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 noun /ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

composition

composition
Meaning
the act of creating a piece of writing, music, or art; the way parts are arranged
Example
Her composition won first prize in the contest.
Sa composition a remporté le premier prix au concours.
B1 verb /kənˈsuːm/

consume

manger, boire, consommer
Meaning
to eat or drink; to use up; to destroy completely
Example
We consume a lot of water during summer.
Nous consommons beaucoup d'eau pendant l'été.
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 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 /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 /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 noun ˈtʃeə.pɜː.sən

chairperson

président
Meaning
A person who is in charge of a meeting or organization; the presiding officer of a committee, board, or organization.
Example
The chairperson ensures procedural integrity.
Le président assure l'intégrité des procédures.
B1 noun /kəˈnæl/

canal

canal
Meaning
an artificial waterway constructed for navigation, irrigation, or drainage
Example
The canal was built to help transport goods across the region.
Le canal a été construit pour aider au transport des marchandises à travers la région.
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 /ˈkærɪdʒ/

carriage

carrosse
Meaning
a vehicle, typically a four-wheeled one, used for transporting goods or people, especially in the past
Example
The royal family traveled in a beautiful carriage during parades.
La famille royale voyageait dans un beau carrosse pendant les défilés.
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 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 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/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

compliment

compliment
Meaning
a polite expression of praise or admiration; to politely praise someone
Example
She complimented him on his excellent presentation.
Elle lui a fait un compliment sur sa présentation excellente.
B1 noun /krɒp/

crop

récolte
Meaning
plants that are grown and harvested for food or other use
Example
The farmers harvested their rice crop in autumn.
Les agriculteurs ont récolté leur riz en automne.
B1 noun /kəmˈpleɪnt/

complaint

plainte
Meaning
a statement that something is wrong or not satisfactory
Example
The manager received a complaint from a customer about poor service.
Le responsable a reçu une plainte d'un client concernant un mauvais service.
B1 adverb /ˈkʌrəntli/

currently

actuellement
Meaning
at the present time; now
Example
He is currently working on a new project.
Il travaille actuellement sur un nouveau projet.
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 kəˈpæs.ə.ti

capacity

capacité
Meaning
The maximum amount that something can contain or produce; the ability or power to do or understand something.
Example
The cable has the capacity to handle vast data traffic.
Le câble a la capacité de gérer un grand trafic de données.
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.