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B2 noun /ˈlænd.leɪ.di/

Landlady

propriétaire
Meaning
a woman who rents out land, a building, or accommodation; a female property owner
Example
The friendly landlady provided fresh towels and showed us around the apartment.
La propriétaire sympathique a fourni des serviettes fraîches et nous a fait visiter l'appartement.
A2 adjective /maɪˈnuːt/

Minute

extrêmement petit; minuscule; détaillé; précis
Meaning
extremely small; tiny; detailed; precise
Example
The scientist examined minute details under the microscope.
Le scientifique a examiné les détails minutieux sous le microscope.
C2 noun /ˈmɪsənˌθroʊp/

misanthrope

misanthrope
Meaning
a person who dislikes or distrusts humankind
Example
The old man was considered a misanthrope who avoided all social gatherings.
L'homme âgé était considéré comme un misanthrope qui évitait tous les rassemblements sociaux.
B2 verb /ˈtrænsplænt/

transplant

transplanter
Meaning
to move something, especially a plant or organ, from one place to another
Example
The doctors transplanted a kidney into the patient.
Les médecins ont transplanté un rein chez le patient.
A2 adjective /ˈkwaɪ.ɪt/

Quiet

silencieux; calme; tranquille; faisant peu ou pas de bruit
Meaning
silent; peaceful; calm; making little or no noise
Example
Please keep quiet during the movie.
Veuillez rester calme pendant le film.
C2 noun /ˌkɑːnfɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

conformation

conformation
Meaning
The shape, structure, or arrangement of something.
Example
The scientist studied the molecular conformation of the protein.
Le scientifique a étudié la conformation moléculaire de la protéine.
B2 noun /ˈsɑːfmɔːr/

sophomore

étudiant en deuxième année
Meaning
a student in their second year of study at a university or high school
Example
He’s a sophomore in college, studying computer science.
Il est étudiant en deuxième année à l'université, étudiant les sciences informatiques.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈɜːrstwaɪl/

erstwhile

ancien
Meaning
former or in the past
Example
They were erstwhile friends but no longer speak.
Ils étaient des amis anciens, mais ils ne parlent plus.
A2 adverb /ˈstrɒŋɡli/

strongly

fortement
Meaning
in a strong manner or to a great extent
Example
She strongly believes in the power of positive thinking.
Elle croit fortement au pouvoir de la pensée positive.
C1 noun /dɪˈsaɪ.pəl/

Disciple

disciple; partisan
Meaning
a follower and student of a teacher, leader, or philosopher; devoted follower
Example
The famous philosopher had many disciples who spread his teachings worldwide.
Le célèbre philosophe avait de nombreux disciples qui ont répandu ses enseignements dans le monde entier.
C1 noun /ˈsɔːl.tɪd fɪʃ/

Salted fish

poisson salé
Meaning
fish preserved with salt; dried and salted fish for storage
Example
Salted fish is a traditional way to preserve seafood.
Le poisson salé est une méthode traditionnelle pour conserver les fruits de mer.
B2 noun /ˈdiːtʊr/

detour

détour
Meaning
A longer or less direct route taken to avoid something or reach a destination.
Example
We had to take a detour because the main road was closed.
Nous avons dû prendre un détour car la route principale était fermée.
A1 noun /jɪə/

year

année
Meaning
a period of 365 or 366 days, divided into 12 months
Example
This year, we are planning a trip to the mountains.
Cette année, nous planifions un voyage à la montagne.
C1 noun /dɪˈlɪriəm/

delirium

délire
Meaning
An acutely disturbed state of mind characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence.
Example
The patient experienced delirium after the surgery due to the strong medication.
Le patient a éprouvé un délire après la chirurgie en raison des médicaments forts.
C2 noun /ˈwɪtlɪŋ/

witling

imbécile / faux sage
Meaning
a person who has little wit or pretends to be witty
Example
He acted like a witling among scholars.
Il a agi comme un imbécile parmi les érudits.
B1 adjective /kiːn/

Keen

vif; aigu; intense; avide
Meaning
sharp; acute; intense; eager
Example
She has a keen interest in science.
Elle a un vif intérêt pour la science.
A2 noun /maʊθ/

Mouth

bouche
Meaning
the opening in the face used for eating, drinking, speaking, and breathing
Example
Please open your mouth wide for the dentist to examine.
S'il vous plaît, ouvrez bien la bouche pour que le dentiste puisse examiner.
B1 noun /ˈbɪldər/

builder

constructeur
Meaning
a person or company that constructs buildings or other structures
Example
The builder checked the site before starting the construction.
Le constructeur a vérifié le site avant de commencer la construction.
C1 noun /stɪˈlɛtoʊ/

stiletto

chaussure à talon aigu / poignard
Meaning
A small, thin, high-heeled shoe or a dagger with a slender blade.
Example
She wore elegant stiletto heels to the party.
Elle portait des talons stiletto élégants à la fête.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪθ.fəl/

Unfaithful

infidèle
Meaning
not loyal or true to a spouse, partner, or commitment
Example
He was unfaithful to his wife for many years.
Il a été infidèle à sa femme pendant de nombreuses années.
C1 verb /ˈdʒʌmbəl/

jumble

mélanger
Meaning
to mix things together in a confused or untidy way
Example
Don't jumble all the papers together in one pile.
Ne mélange pas tous les papiers dans une seule pile.
A1 noun /ɒkˈtoʊbər/

october

octobre
Meaning
the tenth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar
Example
The weather becomes cooler in October.
Le temps devient plus frais en octobre.
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.
B2 adverb /ɔːˈθentɪkli/

authentically

authentiquement
Meaning
in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin
Example
She speaks authentically about her experiences.
Elle parle authentiquement de ses expériences.
B2 noun /rʌst/

Rust

rouille
Meaning
reddish-brown coating formed on iron or steel by oxidation; corrosion
Example
The old car was covered in rust after years of neglect.
La vieille voiture était couverte de rouille après des années de négligence.
B2 noun /njuːˈtrɪʃ.ən/

nutrition

nutrition
Meaning
The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.
Example
Good nutrition is vital for a healthy life.
Une bonne nutrition est essentielle pour une vie saine.
C1 adjective /ˈzoʊ.nəl/

Zonal

zonale
Meaning
relating to or arranged in zones; of, relating to, or having the form of a zone
Example
The city implemented a zonal parking system to manage traffic congestion.
La ville a mis en place un système de stationnement zonal pour gérer les embouteillages.
C2 noun /maɪˈkrɒmɪtər/

micrometer

micromètre
Meaning
A device used for measuring small distances with great accuracy.
Example
The engineer used a micrometer to measure the thickness of the wire.
L'ingénieur a utilisé un micromètre pour mesurer l'épaisseur du fil.
C1 noun /əˈkuːstɪks/

acoustics

acoustique
Meaning
the science of sound, or the properties of a space that affect how sound is heard
Example
The hall’s excellent acoustics made the orchestra sound rich and clear.
L'acoustique exceptionnelle de la salle a permis à l'orchestre de sonner riche et clair.
B2 noun ˈlaɪf ɪkˌspek.tən.si

life expectancy

espérance de vie
Meaning
The average period that a person may expect to live; the length of time for which something is expected to last or to continue being effective.
Example
Life expectancy depends on healthcare quality.
L'espérance de vie dépend de la qualité des soins de santé.
C2 adjective /ˌoʊdəˈrɪfərəs/

odoriferous

parfumé
Meaning
having or giving off a smell, especially a strong or pleasant one
Example
The garden was filled with odoriferous flowers.
Le jardin était rempli de fleurs parfumées.
A2 adjective /ˈɛkstrə/

extra

supplémentaire
Meaning
More than what is usual, expected, or necessary
Example
She brought some extra food for the picnic.
Elle a apporté de la nourriture supplémentaire pour le pique-nique.
C1 adjective /ˈdɪs.ə.plɪ.ner.i/

Disciplinary

disciplinaire
Meaning
relating to discipline; intended to correct behavior
Example
The company took disciplinary action against the employee.
L'entreprise a pris des mesures disciplinaires contre l'employé.
C1 adjective /vɪˈveɪʃəs/

vivacious

vivace
Meaning
Attractively lively and animated.
Example
She was admired for her vivacious personality.
Elle a été admirée pour sa personnalité vivace.
B2 verb /ˈwaɪdən/

widen

élargir
Meaning
to make or become wider or broader
Example
They plan to widen the road next year.
Ils prévoient d'élargir la route l'année prochaine.
C1 adjective /ˌɪnɔːrˈɡænɪk/

inorganic

inorganique
Meaning
relating to substances that are not derived from living organisms; lacking organic structure or growth
Example
Inorganic compounds are commonly studied in chemistry labs.
Les composés inorganiques sont courants en chimie.
C1 noun ˈoʊʃən əˌsɪdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən

ocean acidification

acidification océanique
Meaning
The ongoing decrease in the pH of the Earth's oceans, caused by the absorption of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Example
Ocean acidification is caused by atmospheric CO2 absorption.
L'acidification océanique est causée par l'absorption du CO2 atmosphérique.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈprɒf.ɪ.tə.bl̩/

Unprofitable

non rentable
Meaning
not yielding profit or gain; not producing financial benefit
Example
The unprofitable business was forced to close down after three years.
L'entreprise non rentable a été forcée de fermer après trois ans.
B2 noun /səˈspɪʃən/

Suspicion

suspicion
Meaning
a feeling or thought that someone is guilty of an illegal or dishonest activity
Example
The police arrested him on suspicion of theft.
La police l'a arrêté sous suspicion de vol.
C1 verb /ˈɪrɪˌɡeɪt/

irrigate

arroser
Meaning
to supply water to land or crops; to wash out a wound with water
Example
Farmers irrigate their fields during dry seasons.
Les agriculteurs irriguent leurs champs pendant les saisons sèches.
B2 noun /ˈfeɪ.lɪŋ/

Failing

échec; défaut; faiblesse
Meaning
a weakness, especially in a person's character; a fault
Example
His only failing is that he talks too much during meetings.
Son seul échec est qu'il parle trop pendant les réunions.
B2 noun /ˈkɒpɪraɪt/

copyright

droits d'auteur
Meaning
the legal right of the creator of a work to control its use and distribution
Example
She holds the copyright for the book.
Elle détient les droits d'auteur du livre.
C2 noun /ˌdɪvɪˈneɪʃən/

divination

divination
Meaning
the practice of seeking knowledge of the future or the unknown by supernatural means
Example
Ancient people often relied on divination to guide important decisions.
Les peuples anciens se fiaient souvent à la divination pour guider les décisions importantes.
B2 adjective /rɪˈnjuː.ə.bəl/

renewable

renouvelable
Meaning
Able to be renewed or replaced naturally; not depleted when used.
Example
Renewable resources minimize environmental damage.
Les ressources renouvelables minimisent les dégâts environnementaux.
B2 noun /ˈtɪmbər/

timber

bois
Meaning
wood prepared for use in building and carpentry
Example
The house was built entirely from local timber.
La maison a été construite entièrement avec du bois local.
C2 adjective /ˈærənt/

arrant

complet, absolu
Meaning
complete or utter (used negatively, e.g., 'arrant nonsense')
Example
His excuse was arrant nonsense.
Son excuse était des bêtises complètes.
B2 adverb /pəˈlɪtɪkəli/

politically

politiquement
Meaning
in a way that relates to politics or government
Example
The country is politically divided between two major parties.
Le pays est politiquement divisé entre deux grands partis.
B2 noun /ˈdʌbəl ˈdekər/

Double decker

autobus à deux étages
Meaning
a bus with two levels or floors for passengers
Example
The red double decker bus is a famous symbol of London.
Le bus à deux étages rouge est un symbole célèbre de Londres.
C1 verb /ˈbɪkər/

bicker

se disputer pour des futilités
Meaning
To argue or quarrel about trivial matters.
Example
The children began to bicker over the last piece of cake.
Les enfants ont commencé à se disputer pour le dernier morceau de gâteau.
A2 noun /ˈaɪtəm/

item

élément
Meaning
A single thing, object, or unit, often part of a list or collection.
Example
Each item on the list must be checked carefully.
Chaque élément de la liste doit être vérifié attentivement.
B1 noun /ˈklaɪənt/

client

client
Meaning
A person or organization using the services of a professional or company.
Example
The lawyer met with her client to discuss the case.
L'avocat a rencontré son client pour discuter du dossier
C1 verb /dɪˈspɛl/

dispel

dissiper
Meaning
to make a doubt, feeling, or belief disappear
Example
The teacher's explanation dispelled the students' confusion.
L'explication de l'enseignant a dissipé la confusion des élèves.
B1 noun ˌɪnspɪˈreɪʃən

inspiration

inspiration
Meaning
The process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.
Example
His journey to success became an inspiration for many.
Son voyage vers le succès est devenu une inspiration pour beaucoup.
C2 verb /ˈnɔːzieɪt/

nauseate

provoquer des nausées
Meaning
To make someone feel sick, with an inclination to vomit.
Example
The spoiled food nauseated him quickly.
La nourriture avariée l'a rendu nauséeux rapidement.
B2 verb /kloʊð/

clothe

habiller
Meaning
to put clothes on; to dress; to provide with clothing
Example
She clothed the baby in warm garments.
Elle a habillé le bébé avec des vêtements chauds.
A2 adjective /ˈfaɪ.nəl/

Final

final; concluant; décisif; ultime
Meaning
last; concluding; decisive; ultimate
Example
This is the final exam of the semester.
C'est l'examen final du semestre.
B1 adjective /ˈtæl.ən.tɪd/

Talented

talentueux/talentueuse
Meaning
having a natural ability or skill in a particular area
Example
She is a talented musician who plays multiple instruments.
Elle est une musicienne talentueuse qui joue de plusieurs instruments.
B2 adjective /ˈvɒl.ən.tər.i/

Voluntary

volontaire
Meaning
done willingly without being forced; given or done freely
Example
She made a voluntary donation to the charity.
Elle a fait un don volontaire à la charité.
B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

gelé; extrêmement froid; hostile
Meaning
extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile
Example
The icy wind made everyone shiver.
Le vent glacé a fait trembler tout le monde.
C1 noun /ˈdɛspətɪzəm/

despotism

despotisme
Meaning
absolute power exercised in a cruel and oppressive way
Example
The people revolted against the era of despotism.
Le peuple s'est révolté contre l'ère du despotisme.
C1 verb /dɛlv/

delve

approfondir
Meaning
To investigate deeply; to dig into a subject or area.
Example
The researcher delved into ancient manuscripts to find clues.
Le chercheur a approfondi les manuscrits anciens pour trouver des indices.
C1 adjective /dʒəˈnɛrɪk/

generic

générique
Meaning
characteristic of or relating to a whole group or class; not specific
Example
This medicine is available in generic form.
Ce médicament est disponible sous forme générique.
C2 adjective /ˈdaʊti/

doughty

courageux
Meaning
brave, valiant, courageous
Example
The doughty soldier never backed down from a challenge.
Le soldat courageux n'a jamais reculé face à un défi.
B2 noun ɪnˌdʌstrɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən

industrialization

industrialisation
Meaning
The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale.
Example
Industrialization changed the global economy dramatically.
L'industrialisation a radicalement changé l'économie mondiale.
B2 noun /vɪˈsɪn.ə.ti/

Vicinity

proximité; voisinage
Meaning
the area near or surrounding a particular place; neighborhood
Example
There are many shops in the vicinity of the school.
Il y a beaucoup de magasins près de l'école.
A2 adjective /ˈklɛvər/

clever

astucieux, intelligent
Meaning
Quick to understand, learn, and devise ideas or solutions; intelligent.
Example
She is clever enough to solve the puzzle quickly.
Elle est assez astucieuse pour résoudre le puzzle rapidement.
C2 noun /ˈpɛntəˌɡræm/

pentagram

pentagramme
Meaning
A five-pointed star often used as a symbol in magic, mysticism, or religion.
Example
The wizard drew a pentagram on the floor as part of the ritual.
Le magicien a tracé un pentagramme sur le sol dans le cadre du rituel.
A2 noun /klaʊd/

Cloud

nuage
Meaning
a visible mass of condensed water vapour floating in the atmosphere above the ground
Example
Dark clouds gathered before the storm.
Les nuages sombres se sont regroupés avant la tempête.
A1 verb /send/

send

envoyer
Meaning
to cause something to go or be taken to a particular destination; to transmit
Example
I will send you an email with the details.
Je vais vous envoyer un email avec les détails.
C1 noun ˌdiːˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

deregulation

déréglementation
Meaning
The removal or reduction of government regulations in an economic sector.
Example
Deregulation has increased competition in the telecommunications sector.
La déréglementation a augmenté la concurrence dans le secteur des télécommunications.
A2 noun /hɛlθ/

health

santé
Meaning
The state of being free from illness or injury.
Example
Exercise is important for good health.
L'exercice est important pour une bonne santé.
C1 adjective /əˈprɛs.ɪv/

Oppressive

oppressif
Meaning
Harsh and authoritarian; overwhelming; causing distress; tyrannical;
Example
The oppressive heat made it difficult to work outside during the summer.
La chaleur oppressante rendait difficile de travailler à l'extérieur pendant l'été.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈrɪəl/

unreal

irréel
Meaning
not real or not based on reality; exaggerated or imaginary
Example
The experience felt unreal after the sudden news.
L’expérience semblait irréelle après la nouvelle soudaine.
C1 adjective /ˌʌnbɪˈkʌmɪŋ/

unbecoming

inapproprié
Meaning
Not proper or appropriate for a person; unsuitable.
Example
His rude behavior was unbecoming of a leader.
Son comportement grossier était inapproprié pour un leader.
B2 noun /ˈhoʊmlænd/

homeland

pays natal
Meaning
a person's native country or region
Example
She returned to her homeland after ten years abroad.
Elle est retournée dans son pays natal après dix ans à l'étranger.
C2 verb /ˈfrɪtər/

fritter

gaspiller
Meaning
To waste time, money, or energy on trivial matters.
Example
He frittered away his savings on unnecessary gadgets.
Il a gaspillé ses économies sur des gadgets inutiles.
B2 verb /ˈpɒndər/

ponder

réfléchir profondément
Meaning
to think about something carefully
Example
She pondered over the meaning of the poem.
Elle a réfléchi profondément au sens du poème.
C2 verb /dʒaɪb/

jibe

insulter / être en harmonie
Meaning
to make an insulting remark; to be in agreement or harmony with
Example
His actions did not jibe with his words.
Ses actions ne collaient pas avec ses mots.
C1 noun /ˈprɛljuːd/

prelude

prélude
Meaning
An action, event, or statement that serves as an introduction to something more important.
Example
The small fight was only a prelude to a bigger conflict.
La petite bagarre n'était qu'un prélude à un plus grand conflit.
C1 noun, verb /ˈɔːtɒpsi/

autopsy

autopsie
Meaning
a post-mortem examination to discover the cause of death or the extent of disease
Example
The autopsy revealed that the victim had died from poisoning.
L'autopsie a révélé que la victime était morte d'un empoisonnement.
C1 adjective /ˈkwɪzɪkəl/

quizzical

perplexe, interrogatif
Meaning
Expressing mild or amused puzzlement.
Example
She gave him a quizzical look when he made the strange comment.
Elle lui a lancé un regard interrogateur lorsqu'il a fait le commentaire étrange.
A2 noun /ˈæktrəs/

actress

actrice
Meaning
a female performer in plays, movies, or television
Example
The actress looked stunning on the red carpet.
L'actrice avait l'air époustouflante sur le tapis rouge.
C2 adjective /ˌdaɪəˈlɛktɪkəl/

dialectical

dialectique
Meaning
Relating to the logical discussion of ideas and opinions.
Example
She took a dialectical approach to solve the complex issue.
Elle a adopté une approche dialectique pour résoudre la question complexe.
B2 adverb /ˈfɔːrməli/

formally

formellement
Meaning
in a formal or official manner; according to established rules or conventions
Example
The agreement was formally signed by both parties.
L'accord a été formellement signé par les deux parties.
A2 verb /sɔːrt/

sort

trier
Meaning
to arrange or categorize something
Example
Please sort the files by date.
Veuillez trier les fichiers par date.
A1 noun /suːp/

Soup

soupe
Meaning
a liquid food made by boiling meat, vegetables, or other ingredients in water
Example
I had a bowl of chicken soup for lunch.
J'ai mangé un bol de soupe au poulet pour le déjeuner.
B2 verb /ˈresəl/

wrestle

lutter
Meaning
to fight by grappling and trying to throw down an opponent; to struggle with a problem
Example
The children like to wrestle on the playground.
Les enfants aiment lutter dans la cour de récréation.
B2 noun /ˈlɒbstər/

Lobster

homard
Meaning
a large marine crustacean with claws and a hard shell
Example
The lobster was served with melted butter and lemon.
Le homard a été servi avec du beurre fondu et du citron.
C1 noun /ˌænəsˈθetɪk/

anesthetic

anesthésique
Meaning
A substance that causes loss of sensation or consciousness, especially used during surgery.
Example
The doctor administered a local anesthetic before stitching the wound.
Le médecin a administré un anesthésique local avant de suturer la plaie.
B2 noun ˌkɒnsəlˈteɪʃən

consultation

consultation
Meaning
The action of consulting or discussing; a meeting with an expert or professional to seek advice.
Example
Consultation was essential.
La consultation était essentielle.
C1 adjective /ˈɑːr.dənt/

Ardent

ardent; passionné; fervent
Meaning
very enthusiastic; passionate; fervent
Example
She is an ardent supporter of environmental conservation.
Elle est une fervente partisane de la conservation de l'environnement.
C1 adjective /ˈheɪ.nəs/

Heinous

atroce
Meaning
extremely wicked or evil; abominable; morally reprehensible
Example
The heinous crime shocked the entire community.
Le crime atroce a choqué toute la communauté.
C2 noun /kjuːˈpɪdəti/

cupidity

cupidité
Meaning
Excessive desire for wealth or possessions; greed.
Example
The king's downfall was caused by his cupidity.
La chute du roi a été causée par sa cupidité.
C2 noun /pæˈstiːʃ/

pastiche

pastiche
Meaning
a work of art, literature, or music that imitates the style of another artist, period, or genre
Example
The film was a clever pastiche of 1950s detective movies.
Le film était un habile pastiche des films policiers des années 1950.
B1 adjective /ˈwel.θi/

Wealthy

riche; fortuné; prospère
Meaning
having a great deal of money; rich; prosperous
Example
The wealthy businessman donated millions to charity.
L'homme d'affaires riche a fait don de millions à la charité.
C2 noun /ˈɛdi/

eddy

tourbillon
Meaning
A circular movement of water, air, or smoke, counter to the main current, causing a small whirlpool or turbulence.
Example
The canoe was caught in an eddy near the rocks.
Le canoë a été pris dans un tourbillon près des rochers.
C1 adjective /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃənl̩/

representational

représentationnel
Meaning
Relating to or depicting something in a realistic or symbolic way.
Example
The artist preferred a representational style of painting.
L'artiste préférait un style de peinture représentationnel.
A2 adjective /ɪl/

Ill

malade; en mauvaise santé
Meaning
sick; unwell; in poor health
Example
He felt ill and decided to stay home from work.
Il se sentait malade et a décidé de rester à la maison du travail.
C1 noun /ˈæbdəmən/

abdomen

abdomen
Meaning
The part of the body below the chest and above the hips that contains the stomach and other organs.
Example
He complained of pain in his abdomen.
Il s'est plaint de douleur dans son abdomen.
C2 noun /ˈæl.baɪt/

albite

albite
Meaning
A white or colorless mineral of the feldspar group, often found in igneous rocks.
Example
Geologists discovered albite crystals in the rock sample.
Les géologues ont découvert des cristaux d'albite dans l'échantillon de roche.
C2 noun /mɪˈsɑːɡəmi/

misogamy

misogamie
Meaning
Hatred or dislike of marriage.
Example
His misogamy prevented him from ever settling down with a partner.
Sa misogamie l'a empêché de se poser avec un partenaire.
C1 noun /ˈpæŋkriəs/

pancreas

pancréas
Meaning
A gland in the abdomen that produces insulin and digestive enzymes.
Example
The pancreas plays a vital role in digestion and blood sugar regulation.
Le pancréas joue un rôle vital dans la digestion et la régulation du sucre sanguin.
B1 noun ˈdɪsɪplɪn

discipline

discipline
Meaning
The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience
Example
Discipline helps maintain focus and productivity.
La discipline aide à maintenir la concentration et la productivité.
C2 noun /ˈdɛvɪltrɪ/

deviltry

mauvais tours
Meaning
Cruel or malicious behavior; mischief with an evil aspect.
Example
The villain’s deviltry terrified the townsfolk.
Les mauvais tours du méchant ont terrifié les habitants du village.
B1 noun /bɪˈheɪ.vjər/

Behaviour

comportement
Meaning
the way a person or animal acts or conducts themselves
Example
His behaviour at the meeting was very professional.
Son comportement lors de la réunion était très professionnel.
C1 noun /fɪˈziːk/

physique

physique
Meaning
the form, size, and development of a person's body
Example
He has an athletic physique due to years of training.
Il a une silhouette athlétique grâce à des années d'entraînement.
A1 verb /sɔ/

saw

couper avec une scie
Meaning
to cut with a saw; to use a cutting tool
Example
The carpenter saws the wood into pieces.
Le charpentier coupe le bois en morceaux.
B1 noun /dɒt/

dot

point
Meaning
a small round mark or spot
Example
She drew a red dot on the paper.
Elle a dessiné un point rouge sur le papier.
A2 noun /wɛb/

web

toile d'araignée
Meaning
a network of fine threads spun by a spider or a complex interconnected system
Example
The spider spun a large web in the corner of the room.
L araignee a tisse une grande toile dans le coin de la piece.
C1 adjective /prəˈdɪdʒəs/

prodigious

prodigieux
Meaning
remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree
Example
The team made a prodigious effort to complete the project on time.
L'équipe a fait un effort prodigieux pour terminer le projet à temps.
C2 noun /ˈpæn.θi.ɪ.zəm/

pantheism

panthéisme
Meaning
The belief that God and the universe are identical, or that everything is a manifestation of God.
Example
Spinoza’s philosophy is often associated with pantheism.
La philosophie de Spinoza est souvent associée au panthéisme.
C2 verb /məˈmɔːriəlaɪz/

memorialize

commémorer
Meaning
to preserve the memory of a person or event, often through a ceremony, monument, or record
Example
The city decided to memorialize the hero with a statue in the central square.
La ville a décidé de commémorer le héros avec une statue sur la place centrale.
B1 adjective ˈliː.ɡəl

legal

légal
Meaning
Permitted by law; relating to the law.
Example
Legal systems ensure justice.
Les systèmes juridiques assurent la justice.
C2 noun /ˈblændɪʃmənt/

blandishment

flatterie
Meaning
flattering or pleasing statement or action used to persuade someone gently
Example
She used every blandishment to win his support.
Elle a utilisé toutes les flatteries pour gagner son soutien.
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.
C1 verb /dəˈmɛstɪkeɪt/

domesticate

domestiquer
Meaning
to tame an animal for use by humans; to adapt something for domestic use
Example
Humans domesticated dogs thousands of years ago.
Les humains ont domestiqué les chiens il y a des milliers d'années.
C2 adjective /ˌæk.rɪˈmoʊ.ni.əs/

acrimonious

amer et en colère
Meaning
Bitter and angry, often involving harsh words.
Example
The debate turned acrimonious after the controversial remark.
Le débat est devenu acrimonieux après le commentaire controversé.
C2 noun /ˈsuːpsɒ̃/

soupcon

une petite quantité
Meaning
a very small quantity of something; a trace
Example
She added just a soupcon of spice to the dish.
Elle a ajouté juste une petite quantité d'épices au plat.
C1 verb /wɛt/

whet

aiguiser/éveiller
Meaning
To sharpen the blade of a tool or to stimulate interest or appetite.
Example
The smell of food whetted my appetite.
L'odeur de la nourriture a réveillé mon appétit.
C2 noun /ˌdʒʊərɪsˈpruːdəns/

jurisprudence

jurisprudence
Meaning
The theory, philosophy, or science of law.
Example
She is a professor of jurisprudence at the university.
Elle est professeure de jurisprudence à l'université.