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B1 adjective /ˈdaɪɪŋ/

Dying

mourant; en train de mourir;
Meaning
approaching death; in the process of dying; fading away
Example
The dying plant needs water immediately.
La plante mourante a besoin d'eau immédiatement.
B1 noun ˈbaʊndəri

boundary

frontière
Meaning
A line that marks the limits of an area; a dividing line.
Example
The river marks the boundary.
Le fleuve marque la frontière.
B1 noun /ˈɪnstəns/

instance

instance
Meaning
An example or single occurrence of something.
Example
This is just one instance of his generosity.
C'est juste un exemple de sa générosité.
B1 noun /ˈvæl.juː/

Value

valeur; prix; importance
Meaning
the importance or worth of something; the amount of money that something is worth
Example
This antique vase has great sentimental value to our family.
Ce vase ancien a une grande valeur sentimentale pour notre famille.
B1 verb /spɔɪl/

spoil

gâcher
Meaning
to damage or ruin something
Example
The rain spoiled the outdoor event.
La pluie a gâché l'événement en plein air.
B1 noun, verb /praɪz/

prize

prix
Meaning
something given as a reward for achievement; to value highly
Example
He won the first prize in the competition.
Il a gagné le premier prix dans la compétition.
B1 noun/adjective /ˈmæksɪməm/

maximum

maximum
Meaning
the greatest or highest amount, value, or degree possible
Example
She scored the maximum marks in the exam.
Elle a obtenu la note maximale à l'examen.
B1 noun, adjective, verb /tɛns/

tense

tendu / temps grammatical
Meaning
a grammatical category showing time reference; stretched tight or anxious
Example
She felt tense before the interview.
Elle se sentait tendue avant l'entretien.
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 adjective /ˈhoʊpfəl/

Hopeful

optimiste
Meaning
feeling or inspiring optimism about a future event; confident; optimistic
Example
He remained hopeful despite the challenges.
Il est resté optimiste malgré les défis.
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 /ˈfʌŋkʃən/

function

fonction
Meaning
An activity or purpose natural to or intended for a person or thing.
Example
The main function of the heart is to pump blood.
La fonction principale du cœur est de pomper le sang.
B1 adverb /ˈpɜr.sən.ə.li/

Personally

Personnellement; selon moi; pour soi-même; en personne
Meaning
as a person; in one's own opinion; for oneself; in person
Example
Personally, I think the movie was excellent, though others disagree.
Personnellement, je pense que le film était excellent, bien que d'autres soient en désaccord.
B1 adverb /ˈdeɪndʒərəsli/

Dangerously

dangereusement
Meaning
in a way that could cause harm or injury; riskily
Example
He was driving dangerously fast on the highway.
Il conduisait dangereusement vite sur l'autoroute.
B1 noun /wɪdθ/

Width

largeur; étendue
Meaning
the measurement or extent of something from side to side; breadth
Example
The width of the river is about 50 meters.
La largeur de la rivière est d'environ 50 mètres.
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 hoʊm əˈplaɪ.ənsɪz

home appliances

appareils électroménagers
Meaning
Electrical devices and machines used in households for daily tasks and convenience.
Example
Modern home appliances enhance convenience.
Les appareils électroménagers modernes améliorent la commodité.
B1 noun /ˈdaɪ.ə.lɑːɡ/

Dialogue

dialogue; conversation
Meaning
a conversation between two or more people; discussion aimed at exploration of a subject
Example
The political leaders engaged in meaningful dialogue to resolve the conflict.
Les dirigeants politiques ont engagé un dialogue significatif pour résoudre le conflit.
B1 noun /ˈlek.tʃər/

Lecture

conférence
Meaning
an educational talk to an audience, especially to students in a university or college
Example
The professor gave an interesting lecture on history.
Le professeur a donné une conférence intéressante sur l'histoire.
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 /bɔɪl/

Boil

furoncle
Meaning
a painful, pus-filled bump under the skin caused by infected hair follicles
Example
The painful boil on his neck required medical treatment.
Le furoncle douloureux sur son cou a nécessité un traitement médical.
B1 noun /trænzˈleɪʃən/

translation

traduction
Meaning
the process of converting text or speech from one language into another
Example
She completed the translation of the book within two months.
Elle a terminé la traduction du livre en deux mois.
B1 noun /ˈwɜːrkaʊt/

workout

exercice
Meaning
a session of physical exercise or training to improve fitness or health
Example
She does a full-body workout every morning before work.
Elle fait un entraînement complet du corps chaque matin avant de travailler.
B1 noun /nuːn/

noon

midi
Meaning
12 o'clock in the daytime; midday
Example
The meeting will start at noon.
La réunion commencera à midi.
B1 noun /ˈpɪdʒ.ən/

Pigeon

colombe
Meaning
a grey and white bird with a fat body that is common in cities
Example
The pigeon pecked at breadcrumbs on the sidewalk.
La colombe picorait des miettes de pain sur le trottoir.
B1 adjective /ʌnɪmˈplɔɪd/

Unemployed

chômeur
Meaning
without a job; not having paid work
Example
He has been unemployed for six months now.
Il est au chômage depuis six mois.
B1 noun /əˈpiːl/

Appeal

appel; demande; attrait
Meaning
a serious or urgent request, typically to the public; the quality of being attractive or interesting
Example
The charity made an appeal for donations.
L'association caritative a lancé un appel pour des dons.
B1 noun ˈseɪ.vɪŋ

saving

épargne
Meaning
The practice of keeping and accumulating money for future use rather than spending it immediately.
Example
Regular saving habits ensure financial security.
Des habitudes régulières d'épargne assurent la sécurité financière.
B1 adjective ɪˈməʊʃənl

emotional

émotionnel
Meaning
Having feelings that are easily excited and openly displayed.
Example
Visiting the burial site made him emotional.
Visiter le site de sépulture l'a rendu émotionnel.
B1 adjective /ˌen.təˈteɪ.nɪŋ/

Entertaining

divertissant; amusant et captivant
Meaning
providing amusement or enjoyment; funny and engaging
Example
The comedian's performance was very entertaining and kept the audience laughing.
La performance du comédien était très divertissante et a fait rire le public.
B1 noun /ˈvəʊtə/

voter

électeur
Meaning
a person who votes in an election
Example
Voters lined up outside the polling station to cast their ballots.
Les électeurs se sont alignés devant le bureau de vote pour déposer leur bulletin.
B1 noun /bend/

Bend

virage; courbe
Meaning
a curved or angled part of something; a turning point in a road or river
Example
There is a sharp bend in the river ahead.
Il y a un virage prononcé dans la rivière à l'avant.
B1 noun/verb /hɪnt/

hint

indice
Meaning
a small piece of advice or suggestion; to suggest something indirectly
Example
She gave me a hint about the surprise party.
Elle m'a donné un indice sur la fête surprise.
B1 noun /ʃɔːr/

Shore

rivage; côte; plage
Meaning
the land along the edge of a sea, lake, or other body of water
Example
We walked along the shore collecting seashells.
Nous avons marché le long du rivage en ramassant des coquillages.
B1 noun /sleɪv/

slave

esclave
Meaning
a person who is the legal property of another and is forced to work for them
Example
The abolitionist movement fought for the rights of slaves.
Le mouvement abolitionniste a lutté pour les droits des esclaves.
B1 noun /blaʊz/

Blouse

blouse
Meaning
a woman's loose upper garment resembling a shirt
Example
She wore a beautiful silk blouse to the party.
Elle a porté une belle blouse en soie à la fête.
B1 noun /ˈtɪʃ.uː/

tissue

mouchoir
Meaning
a piece of soft absorbent paper or fabric
Example
She used a tissue to wipe her nose.
Elle a utilisé un mouchoir pour se moucher.
B1 noun /ˌpɜr.sənˈæl.ə.ti/

Personality

personnalité
Meaning
the combination of characteristics that form an individual's distinctive character; a famous person
Example
She has a very outgoing and friendly personality.
Elle a une personnalité très extravertie et amicale.
B1 noun /prɪnt/

Print

impression; marque; empreinte;
Meaning
words, letters, or pictures produced on paper using a machine; a mark made by pressing something onto a surface
Example
The book is available in both digital and print versions.
Le livre est disponible à la fois en versions numériques et imprimées.
B1 noun /ˈpraɪ.və.si/

Privacy

vie privée
Meaning
the state of being alone and not watched or disturbed by other people; the right to keep your personal information secret
Example
Everyone has the right to privacy.
Tout le monde a droit à la vie privée.
B1 noun /ˈɛlɪmənt/

element

élément
Meaning
A basic or essential part of something; a simple substance that cannot be broken down further.
Example
Trust is a key element of any strong relationship.
La confiance est un élément clé de toute relation solide.
B1 noun /rɪst/

Wrist

poignet
Meaning
the joint connecting the hand with the forearm
Example
He wore a watch on his wrist.
Il portait une montre au poignet.
B1 adjective /ˈkɜːrli/

curly

bouclé
Meaning
having curls or waves; shaped with bends or coils
Example
She has naturally curly hair.
Elle a les cheveux naturellement bouclés.
B1 noun /ˈempaɪər/

empire

empire
Meaning
a group of countries or regions controlled by one ruler or government
Example
The Roman Empire lasted for centuries.
L'Empire romain a duré des siècles.
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 noun /ˈtiː.pɒt/

Tea-pot

théière
Meaning
a container with a lid, handle, and spout for brewing and serving tea
Example
She poured hot water into the tea-pot to make tea.
Elle a versé de l'eau chaude dans la théière pour préparer du thé.
B1 adverb /ˈsædli/

sadly

tristement
Meaning
in a sorrowful or unhappy manner
Example
She sadly waved goodbye as the train departed.
Elle a fait au revoir tristement alors que le train partait.
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 /stæf/

staff

personnel
Meaning
a group of employees working together in an organization
Example
The staff at the hospital are very helpful.
Le personnel à l'hôpital est très serviable.
B1 adverb /ˈʌðərwaɪz/

Otherwise

autrement; sinon
Meaning
in a different way; if not; or else; apart from that
Example
Study hard, otherwise you will fail the exam.
Étudie dur, sinon tu échoueras à l'examen.
B1 noun /dɪˈfens/

Defence

défense; protection
Meaning
the action of defending from or resisting attack; protection or support
Example
The country strengthened its defence system against potential threats.
Le pays a renforcé son système de défense contre les menaces potentielles.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈklɪər/

unclear

peu clair
Meaning
not easy to understand; vague or ambiguous
Example
The instructions were unclear, so I asked for clarification.
Les instructions étaient peu claires, alors j'ai demandé des clarifications.
B1 adverb /səˈpraɪzɪŋli/

surprisingly

surprenamment
Meaning
in a way that causes surprise or amazement
Example
Surprisingly, she finished the entire project in just one day.
Surprenamment, elle a terminé tout le projet en un jour.
B1 adjective /ˈɔːɡənaɪzd/

organized

organisé
Meaning
Arranged in a systematic way, especially on a large scale.
Example
An organized approach to work increases productivity and reduces stress.
Une approche organisée du travail augmente la productivité et réduit le stress.
B1 adjective /ˌʌnˈɪntrəstɪŋ/

uninteresting

ennuyeux
Meaning
not holding attention or curiosity; boring
Example
The lecture was uninteresting and difficult to stay focused on.
La conférence était ennuyeuse et difficile à suivre.
B1 noun /ˈtʌnəl/

tunnel

tunnel
Meaning
an underground passage or shaft
Example
They dug a tunnel under the river.
Ils ont creusé un tunnel sous la rivière.
B1 noun /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/

operation

opération
Meaning
an act or process of functioning or operating
Example
The hospital performed a successful operation.
L'hôpital a effectué une opération réussie.
B1 noun /ˈwiːknəs/

weakness

faiblesse
Meaning
a state of being weak; a flaw or shortcoming in character or structure
Example
His main weakness is his lack of patience.
Sa principale faiblesse est son manque de patience.
B1 noun əˈwɛrnɪs

Awareness

sensibilisation
Meaning
Knowledge or understanding about important issues, particularly environmental conservation.
Example
Spreading awareness is essential to save butterflies.
Sensibiliser est essentiel pour sauver les papillons.
B1 noun /ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪks/ or /ˌɛkəˈnɒmɪks/

economics

économie
Meaning
The study of production, consumption, and transfer of wealth.
Example
He is studying economics at university.
Il étudie l'économie à l'université.
B1 verb /breɪk/

brake

freiner
Meaning
to slow down or stop a vehicle by applying a brake
Example
He braked suddenly to avoid hitting the dog.
Il a freiné soudainement pour éviter de heurter le chien.
B1 noun /ˈʃed.juːl/

Schedule

emploi du temps; programme;
Meaning
a plan that lists things or events and the times when they will happen; timetable
Example
Please check your schedule before confirming the meeting time.
Veuillez vérifier votre emploi du temps avant de confirmer l'heure de la réunion.
B1 verb /sɪˈlekt/

select

sélectionner
Meaning
to choose from a number of alternatives; to pick out
Example
Please select your favorite color.
Veuillez sélectionner votre couleur préférée.
B1 adjective /ˈɡɪvən/

given

donné
Meaning
Specified or stated; already decided or certain.
Example
It is a given fact that hard work leads to success.
Il est un fait donné que le travail acharné mène au succès.
B1 noun /ˈtreɪdɪŋ/

trading

commerce
Meaning
the act or business of buying and selling goods or services
Example
She made a fortune through online trading.
Elle a fait une fortune grâce au commerce en ligne.
B1 adjective /ˈhoʊmləs/

homeless

sans-abri
Meaning
Without a home, and therefore typically living on the streets.
Example
The organization helps homeless people find shelter.
L'organisation aide les sans-abri à trouver un abri.
B1 noun dɛt

debt

dette
Meaning
A sum of money that is owed or due.
Example
High levels of debt can lead to a financial crisis.
Des niveaux élevés de dette peuvent conduire à une crise financière.
B1 verb /stiːl/

steal

voler
Meaning
to take something without permission; to rob
Example
It's wrong to steal from others.
C'est mal de voler aux autres.
B1 noun ˈstrʌɡ.əl

struggle

lutte
Meaning
A forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack; a determined effort under difficult circumstances.
Example
The struggle for independence united the nation.
La lutte pour l'indépendance a uni la nation.
B1 adjective /ɪmˈpres.ɪv/

Impressive

impressionnant
Meaning
striking; remarkable; having the ability to impress
Example
Her impressive performance earned her a standing ovation.
Sa performance impressionnante lui a valu une ovation debout.
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 adjective /ˈɡɪl.ti/

Guilty

coupable
Meaning
having committed a crime or offense; feeling responsible for wrongdoing
Example
She felt guilty about lying to her parents.
Elle se sentait coupable d'avoir menti à ses parents.
B1 adverb /ˈæŋɡrɪli/

angrily

avec colère
Meaning
in a manner showing anger or strong displeasure
Example
She spoke angrily when she heard the news.
Elle a parlé avec colère en entendant la nouvelle.
B1 noun /rɪˈtaɪə.mənt/

Retirement

retraite
Meaning
the action or fact of leaving one's job and ceasing to work; the period of life after leaving work
Example
He is planning his retirement after 40 years of service.
Il prévoit sa retraite après 40 ans de service.
B1 noun /ruːˈtiːn/

routine

routine, habitude, séquence fixe
Meaning
A sequence of actions regularly followed; a fixed program.
Example
A well-structured routine improves productivity.
Une routine bien structurée améliore la productivité.
B1 noun /tɜːm/

term

terme
Meaning
a word or phrase used to describe a thing or to express a concept
Example
The term 'machine learning' is commonly used in technology.
Le terme 'apprentissage automatique' est couramment utilisé dans la technologie.
B1 noun /ˈprɪzənər/

prisoner

prisonnier
Meaning
a person who is in prison
Example
The prisoner was granted parole after serving 10 years.
Le prisonnier a été libéré sous condition après avoir purgé 10 ans.
B1 noun /ˈɛpɪsoʊd/

episode

épisode
Meaning
An event or part of a story, or one installment in a series.
Example
The last episode of the drama was watched by millions.
Le dernier épisode du drame a été regardé par des millions.
B1 adjective /rɪˈtaɪərd/

Retired

retraité
Meaning
having left one's job and ceased to work; withdrawn from activity
Example
My retired grandfather enjoys gardening in his free time.
Mon grand-père retraité aime jardiner pendant son temps libre.
B1 noun /vɒlˈkeɪ.noʊ/

Volcano

bonheur
Meaning
a mountain with an opening through which lava, gas, and ash can escape
Example
The volcano erupted after being dormant for decades.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B1 noun ˈstrʌk.tʃər

structure

structure
Meaning
The arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex.
Example
The structure is designed for safety and functionality.
La structure est conçue pour la sécurité et la fonctionnalité.
B1 verb /rɪˈvaɪz/

revise

réviser
Meaning
To change, improve, or update something, especially a written work.
Example
She had to revise her essay before submission.
Elle a dû réviser son essai avant la soumission.
B1 adjective ˈlɔːŋ.tɜːrm

long-term

à long terme, durable, pérenne
Meaning
Occurring over or involving a relatively long period of time.
Example
Long-term planning is necessary for environmental conservation.
La planification à long terme est nécessaire pour la conservation de l'environnement.
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 /ɪnˈstrʌktər/

instructor

instructeur
Meaning
A person who teaches a subject or skill.
Example
The driving instructor was very patient with new learners.
L'instructeur de conduite était très patient avec les nouveaux élèves.
B1 adjective /ˌlɛftˈhændɪd/

left-handed

gauchiste
Meaning
Using or done with the left hand; also can mean clumsy or awkward.
Example
She is left-handed and writes beautifully with her left hand.
Elle est gauchiste et écrit magnifiquement de la main gauche.
B1 noun /ˈdaɪəɡræm/

diagram

diagramme
Meaning
a simplified drawing that shows the structure, relationship, or process of something
Example
The teacher explained the system using a clear diagram.
L’enseignant a expliqué le système à l’aide d’un diagramme clair.
B1 noun /ˈæs.pekt/

aspect

aspect
Meaning
A particular part, feature, or view of something.
Example
One important aspect of health is regular exercise.
Un aspect important de la santé est l'exercice régulier.
B1 noun /ˌrɛp.jʊˈteɪ.ʃən/

reputation

réputation, renommée
Meaning
The opinion generally held about someone or something; fame or prestige.
Example
A good reputation is essential for business success.
Une bonne réputation est essentielle pour réussir dans les affaires.
B1 noun /tæŋk/

Tank

char
Meaning
a heavily armored fighting vehicle moving on a continuous track
Example
The tank rolled through the battlefield with powerful armor.
Le char a traversé le champ de bataille avec une armure puissante.
B1 verb /ˈfraɪtən/

frighten

effrayer
Meaning
to cause fear or alarm in someone
Example
The loud noise frightened the child.
Le bruit fort a effrayé l’enfant.
B1 noun/verb /ˌɡærənˈtiː/

guarantee

garantie
Meaning
a formal promise or assurance, especially about the quality or durability of a product
Example
The company guarantees a refund if the product is faulty.
L'entreprise garantit un remboursement si le produit est défectueux.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈfrɛndli/

unfriendly

peu aimable
Meaning
not kind or welcoming; hostile or cold in behavior or attitude
Example
The shop owner seemed unfriendly to new customers.
Le propriétaire du magasin semblait peu aimable envers les nouveaux clients.
B1 noun /ˈhaɪdʒiːn/

hygiene

hygiène
Meaning
Conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease.
Example
Good hygiene is essential for preventing the spread of infections.
Une bonne hygiène est essentielle pour prévenir la propagation des infections.
B1 adverb /əˈsaɪd/

Aside

de côté; à part; loin de la partie principale
Meaning
to one side; apart; away from the main part
Example
Please set your book aside and listen to me.
Veuillez mettre votre livre de côté et m'écouter.
B1 noun /bʌɡ/

Bug

insecte
Meaning
a small insect; a defect in a computer program
Example
I found a bug crawling on my bed sheets.
J'ai trouvé un insecte ramping sur mes draps.
B1 adjective /pleɪn/

plain

simple
Meaning
simple or clear, without decoration or complexity
Example
She wore a plain white dress to the ceremony.
Elle portait une robe blanche simple pour la cérémonie.
B1 noun /ˈwep.ən/

Weapon

arme
Meaning
a thing designed or used for inflicting bodily harm or physical damage
Example
The police found a dangerous weapon at the crime scene.
La police a trouvé une arme dangereuse sur la scène du crime.
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 /ˈɪnpʊt/

input

entrée, information fournie
Meaning
information, advice, or data that is put into a system, device, or process
Example
The manager asked for everyone's input on the new project.
Le manager a demandé l'avis de tout le monde sur le nouveau projet.
B1 noun /ˈsʌb.mə.riːn/

Sub-marine

sous-marin
Meaning
a warship with a streamlined hull designed to operate completely submerged in the sea
Example
The submarine dived deep into the ocean to avoid detection.
Le sous-marin a plongé profondément dans l'océan pour éviter la détection.
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 /ˌek.sɪˈbɪʃ.ən/

Exhibition

exposition
Meaning
a public display of works of art or other items of interest
Example
The art exhibition featured paintings from local artists throughout the region.
L'exposition d'art a présenté des peintures d'artistes locaux de toute la région.
B1 adverb /ˈnjuːli/

newly

récemment
Meaning
in a new or recent manner
Example
She has newly renovated her house.
Elle a récemment rénové sa maison.
B1 noun /ˈpeɪstri/

pastry

pâtisserie
Meaning
a baked food product made from flour, fat, and water, often sweet or savory
Example
I bought a box of fresh pastries for breakfast.
J'ai acheté une boîte de pâtisseries fraîches pour le petit déjeuner.
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 verb /ˈdoʊneɪt/

donate

donner
Meaning
to give money, goods, or time to help others; to contribute
Example
She donates blood every three months.
Elle donne du sang tous les trois mois.
B1 noun /ˈstætʃuː/

Statue

une œuvre d'art tridimensionnelle, généralement en pierre, métal ou bois
Meaning
a three-dimensional work of art, typically made of stone, metal, or wood
Example
The statue of liberty is a famous landmark in New York.
La statue de la liberté est un monument célèbre à New York.
B1 noun /sɔɪl/

soil

sol
Meaning
The upper layer of earth in which plants grow.
Example
The soil in this area is reddish.
Le sol dans cette zone est rougeâtre.
B1 phrasal verb /bloʊ aʊt/

blow out

éteindre
Meaning
to extinguish by blowing; to fail suddenly or burst; to expand or exceed limits dramatically
Example
She blew out the candles on her birthday cake.
Elle a éteint les bougies de son gâteau d'anniversaire.
B1 noun ˈplænɪŋ

planning

planification
Meaning
The process of making plans for something; the control of urban development by a local government authority.
Example
Effective planning ensures better waste management.
Une planification efficace garantit une meilleure gestion des déchets.
B1 noun /twɪn/

twin

jumeau
Meaning
either of two children born at the same time to the same mother
Example
They have twin girls.
Ils ont des filles jumelles.
B1 noun /roʊp/

rope

corde
Meaning
a strong, thick cord made of twisted fibers or strands
Example
The climbers used a rope to scale the mountain.
Les grimpeurs ont utilisé une corde pour escalader la montagne.
B1 noun, verb /ˈbændɪdʒ/

bandage

bandage
Meaning
a strip of material used to cover or protect a wound; to cover or wrap a wound with such material
Example
The nurse carefully bandaged his injured arm.
L’infirmière a bandagé son bras blessé.
B1 adjective /ˈsɒlɪd/

solid

solide
Meaning
firm and stable in shape; not liquid or fluid
Example
The ground was solid underfoot.
Le sol était solide sous les pieds.
B1 adjective /ˌʌnɪmˈpɔːrtənt/

unimportant

sans importance
Meaning
not having much value, significance, or influence
Example
The detail seemed unimportant compared to the main issue.
Le détail semblait sans importance par rapport au problème principal.
B1 noun pəˈten.ʃəl

potential

potentiel
Meaning
Having or showing the capacity to become or develop into something in the future.
Example
The potential for innovation is immense.
Le potentiel d'innovation est immense.
B1 adjective /ˈbrɪliənt/

brilliant

brillant
Meaning
Exceptionally clever, talented, or impressive; very bright or radiant.
Example
She gave a brilliant performance on stage.
Elle a donné une performance brillante sur scène.
B1 noun /praɪˈɔːr.ə.ti/

Priority

priorité
Meaning
something that is more important than other things and needs attention first
Example
Health should be our top priority.
La santé devrait être notre priorité absolue.
B1 noun ɪnˈven.ʃən

invention

invention
Meaning
The action of inventing something, typically a process or device.
Example
The invention revolutionized communication.
L'invention a révolutionné la communication.
B1 noun /reɪ/

ray

rayon
Meaning
a narrow beam of light, heat, or radiation
Example
A ray of sunlight broke through the clouds.
Un rayon de lumière du soleil a percé les nuages.