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A2 noun /ˈmædʒɪk/

magic

magie
Meaning
the use of mysterious or supernatural powers to influence events
Example
The magician amazed the crowd with his magic.
Le magicien a émerveillé la foule avec sa magie.
C2 noun /ˈmɪsɪv/

missive

missive
Meaning
a written message, especially a formal or official letter
Example
He sent a long missive to the governor.
Il a envoyé une longue missive au gouverneur.
C2 noun /ˈmɪlɪt/

millet

millet
Meaning
a small-seeded grass cultivated as a cereal crop
Example
Millet is often used as food in rural areas.
Le millet est souvent utilisé comme aliment dans les zones rurales.
C1 verb /ˈmæɡnɪfaɪ/

magnify

agrandir
Meaning
to make something appear larger; to increase the importance or effect of something
Example
The microscope can magnify tiny objects for better observation.
Le microscope peut agrandir les petits objets pour une meilleure observation.
C2 noun /məˈlæsɪz/

Molasses

mélasse
Meaning
thick, dark, sweet syrup made from sugar cane
Example
The recipe calls for molasses to give the bread a rich flavor.
La recette demande de la mélasse pour donner au pain une saveur riche.
C1 noun /ˈmeɪniæk/

maniac

maniaque
Meaning
a person who behaves in a wildly foolish, dangerous, or violent way
Example
The driver was speeding like a maniac.
Le conducteur roulait à toute vitesse comme un maniaque.
B1 verb /mɛlt/

melt

fondre
Meaning
to change from solid to liquid due to heat; to disappear gradually
Example
The ice melted in the sun.
La glace a fondu au soleil.
C2 adjective /ˈmʌski/

musky

musqué
Meaning
having a strong, sweet, earthy smell like musk
Example
The perfume had a musky fragrance.
Le parfum avait une fragrance musquée.
C1 noun ˈmæŋɡroʊv ˈfɒrɪst

Mangrove Forest

forêt de mangrove
Meaning
A coastal forest ecosystem characterized by salt-tolerant trees and shrubs that grow in intertidal zones.
Example
Sundarbans is the world's largest mangrove forest.
Les Sundarbans sont la plus grande forêt de mangrove du monde.
C1 adjective /məˈnæstɪk/

monastic

monastique
Meaning
Relating to monks, monasteries, or a life of religious seclusion.
Example
He chose to live a monastic life away from the city.
Il a choisi de vivre une vie monastique loin de la ville.
A1 noun/verb /maɪnd/

mind

esprit / prendre soin
Meaning
the part of a person that enables them to think, feel, and reason; to pay attention or take care
Example
Please mind the gap between the train and the platform.
Veuillez faire attention à l'écart entre le train et le quai.
C1 noun /ˈmænəˌrɪzəm/

Mannerism

manière
Meaning
A habitual gesture or way of speaking or behaving; an idiosyncrasy
Example
His constant throat clearing had become an annoying mannerism.
Son éternuement constant était devenu une manière agaçante.
C1 noun /ˈmedoʊ/

Meadow

prairie
Meaning
A piece of grassland, especially one used for hay
Example
The cows grazed peacefully in the green meadow.
Les vaches paissaient paisiblement dans la prairie verte.
C1 adjective /ˌmed.iˈiː.vəl/

Mediaeval

médiéval
Meaning
relating to the Middle Ages; medieval
Example
The castle displayed mediaeval architecture and design.
Le château affichait une architecture et un design médiévaux.
C1 noun /ˌmænɪˈfɛstoʊ/

manifesto

manifeste
Meaning
a public declaration of policy and aims, especially by a political party
Example
The party released its manifesto before the election.
Le parti a publié son manifeste avant les élections.
C1 adjective /məˈroʊs/

morose

morose
Meaning
sullen, gloomy, or ill-tempered
Example
He became morose after losing his job.
Il est devenu morose après avoir perdu son travail.
C2 noun /ˈmɪlk pɒt/

Milk-pot

pot à lait
Meaning
a container specifically used for storing or serving milk
Example
She poured fresh milk from the milk-pot into her glass.
Elle a versé du lait frais du pot à lait dans son verre.
A1 noun /mæn/

man

homme
Meaning
an adult human male
Example
The man helped the child cross the street.
L'homme a aidé l'enfant à traverser la rue.
C2 noun /ˈmɒrəlɪst/

moralist

moraliste
Meaning
A person who teaches or promotes moral principles and values.
Example
The author was known as a strict moralist in his writings.
L'auteur était connu comme un moraliste strict dans ses écrits.
C2 adjective /ˈmʌsti/

musty

moisi, moisissure ou odeur humide
Meaning
having a stale, moldy, or damp smell
Example
The old books had a musty odor.
Les vieux livres avaient une odeur de moisi.
B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərər/

manufacturer

fabricant
Meaning
A person or company that makes goods in large quantities.
Example
The manufacturer produces cars for the global market.
Le fabricant produit des voitures pour le marché mondial.
C1 noun /ˈmoʊldɪŋ/

molding

moulure décorative
Meaning
A decorative strip or design, often used on walls, ceilings, or furniture.
Example
The wooden molding gave the room a classic look.
La moulure en bois a donné à la pièce un aspect classique.
C1 noun /ˈmɔːrtər/

mortar

mélange pour lier les briques / petit canon
Meaning
a mixture used in building to bond bricks or stones together; also, a small cannon for firing shells
Example
The workers applied mortar between the bricks.
Les travailleurs ont appliqué du mortier entre les briques.
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.
C2 adjective /ˈmɛtrɪkəl/

metrical

métrique
Meaning
Relating to or composed in a regular rhythmic pattern of beats or meter, especially in poetry.
Example
The poet carefully followed metrical rules in his verses.
Le poète a suivi soigneusement les règles métriques dans ses vers.
A2 noun /mɛs/

mess

désordre
Meaning
A state of disorder or untidiness.
Example
The kids left the room in a complete mess.
Les enfants ont laissé la pièce dans un total désordre.
C1 noun /ˌmjuːnɪsɪˈpæləti/

municipality

municipalité
Meaning
a city or town that has its own local government
Example
The municipality is planning to build a new library.
La municipalité prévoit de construire une nouvelle bibliothèque.
C1 noun /ˈmɒd.ə.sti/

Modesty

modestie; humilité
Meaning
the quality of being humble and not boastful about achievements
Example
Despite his success, he showed great modesty.
Malgré son succès, il a montré une grande modestie.
B2 adjective ˈmɒn.ɪ.tri

monetary

monétaire
Meaning
Relating to money or currency.
Example
The monetary implications are significant for investors.
Les implications monétaires sont significatives pour les investisseurs.
C1 noun /ˈmelənkəli/

Melancholy

mélancolie; tristesse réfléchie ou douce
Meaning
A feeling of pensive sadness; thoughtful or gentle sadness
Example
A deep melancholy settled over him after reading the old letters.
Une profonde mélancolie s'est emparée de lui après avoir lu les vieilles lettres.
C1 adjective /ˈmjuːtɪd/

muted

atténué
Meaning
softened in sound, color, or effect; subdued
Example
The room was painted in muted shades of blue and grey.
La pièce a été peinte dans des nuances atténuées de bleu et de gris.
A2 noun /ˈmɪr.ər/

Mirror

miroir
Meaning
a reflective surface that shows an image of whatever is in front of it
Example
She looked at herself in the mirror.
Elle s'est regardée dans le miroir.
C2 adjective /ˈmæn.laɪk/

manlike

masculin
Meaning
Having qualities or characteristics traditionally associated with a man; manly.
Example
His manlike courage impressed everyone in the village.
Son courage masculin a impressionné tout le monde dans le village.
C1 adjective /moʊv/

mauve

mauve clair
Meaning
a pale purple color with a grayish or bluish tinge
Example
She wore a beautiful mauve dress to the party.
Elle portait une magnifique robe mauve clair à la fête.
B1 noun /ˈmæn.ɪdʒ.mənt/

management

gestion
Meaning
The process of dealing with or controlling things or people.
Example
Proper management minimizes environmental damage.
Une bonne gestion minimise les dégâts environnementaux.
B2 noun /ˌmɒdəˈreɪʃən/

moderation

modération
Meaning
The avoidance of excess or extremes; keeping balance or within reasonable limits.
Example
He drinks wine in moderation.
Il boit du vin avec modération.
B2 noun /mɪˈθɒlədʒi/

mythology

mythologie
Meaning
A collection of myths, especially belonging to a particular culture or religion.
Example
Greek mythology is filled with stories of gods and heroes.
La mythologie grecque est remplie d'histoires de dieux et de héros.
C2 noun /meɪˈlɑːnʒ/

melange

mélange
Meaning
A mixture of different things or styles.
Example
The festival offered a melange of music, food, and art.
Le festival a offert un mélange de musique, de nourriture et d'art.
C1 noun /ˈmoʊɡəl/

mogul

mogul
Meaning
A powerful or influential person, especially in business or media.
Example
He became a tech mogul by founding a billion-dollar company.
Il est devenu un mogul de la technologie en fondant une entreprise d'un milliard de dollars.
C2 verb /məˈtrɪkjʊˌleɪt/

matriculate

matriculer
Meaning
To enroll as a student in a college or university.
Example
She matriculated at Oxford University last year.
Elle s'est inscrite à l'Université d'Oxford l'année dernière.
C1 adjective /ˌmel.ənˈkɒl.ɪk/

Melancholic

triste et pensif; exprimant ou ressentant de la tristesse
Meaning
sad and thoughtful; feeling or expressing sadness
Example
The melancholic music made everyone feel sad.
La musique mélancolique a fait sentir tout le monde triste.
C1 adjective /məˈtɪk.jə.ləs/

meticulous

Extrêmement prudent et précis dans l'attention aux détails
Meaning
Extremely careful and precise in attention to detail
Example
A meticulous researcher checks every detail before publishing.
Un chercheur méticuleux vérifie chaque détail avant de publier.
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.
A2 noun/adjective /ˈmɛksɪkən/

mexican

bonheur
Meaning
a native or inhabitant of Mexico; relating to Mexico or its people, culture, or language
Example
She enjoys Mexican food like tacos and enchiladas.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
C2 noun /ˌmɪnəˈrɛt/

minaret

minaret
Meaning
A tall, slender tower of a mosque, from which the call to prayer is announced.
Example
The minaret of the mosque could be seen from miles away.
Le minaret de la mosquée était visible à des kilomètres à la ronde.
C1 verb /ˈmɒd.jʊ.leɪt/

modulate

moduler
Meaning
To change the strength, tone, or pitch of something; to adjust or regulate.
Example
A good speaker knows how to modulate their voice.
Un bon orateur sait comment moduler sa voix.
B2 noun /məˈlɛəriə/

malaria

paludisme
Meaning
a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating
Example
Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions.
Le paludisme est une maladie courante dans les régions tropicales.
C1 noun /ˈmaɪlɪdʒ/

mileage

rendement
Meaning
The distance traveled in miles, or the fuel efficiency of a vehicle.
Example
This car gives excellent mileage on highways.
Cette voiture offre un excellent rendement sur les autoroutes.
C2 adjective /ˌmɛrəˈtrɪʃəs/

meretricious

artificiel
Meaning
apparently attractive but having no real value or integrity.
Example
The design was flashy but meretricious.
Le design était flashy mais artificiel.
B1 noun /ˈmeɪkər/

maker

créateur
Meaning
a person or thing that makes or produces something
Example
He is a famous movie maker in Hollywood.
Il est un célèbre créateur de films à Hollywood.
C1 noun /ˈmɛm.wɑːr/

memoir

mémoires
Meaning
A historical account or autobiography written from personal experience.
Example
The author’s memoir details her journey through hardship and success.
Les mémoires de l'auteur détaillent son voyage à travers les difficultés et les réussites.
B1 noun /ˈmɛtəl/

metal

métal
Meaning
A solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and conductive, such as iron, gold, or aluminum.
Example
The ring was made of precious metal.
L'anneau était en métal précieux.
C1 noun /mɒb/

Mob

foule; un groupe qui agit de manière violente
Meaning
a large crowd of people; a group that acts in a violent way
Example
An angry mob gathered outside the building.
Une foule en colère s'est rassemblée devant le bâtiment.
C1 noun /meɪl treɪn/

Mail train

train postal
Meaning
a train that carries mail and postal packages
Example
The mail train departs every evening to deliver letters across the country.
Le train postal part chaque soir pour livrer des lettres à travers le pays.
C1 noun /ˈmɔː.tər ænd ˈpes.əl/

Mortar and Pestle

mortier et pilon
Meaning
a bowl and grinding tool used to crush and grind spices, herbs, and other substances
Example
She ground the spices using a mortar and pestle.
Elle a moulu les épices avec un mortier et un pilon.
C1 noun/verb mælˈfʌŋk.ʃən

malfunction

panne
Meaning
A failure to function normally or satisfactorily; a defect or breakdown.
Example
The engine malfunctioned due to overheating.
Le moteur a dysfonctionné à cause de la surchauffe.
C1 verb /ˌmɪsˈpleɪs/

misplace

mettre au mauvais endroit
Meaning
To put something in the wrong location and temporarily lose it.
Example
I often misplace my keys when I am in a hurry.
Je perds souvent mes clés quand je suis pressé.
C2 adjective /ˌmækɪəˈvɛliən/

machiavellian

astucieux, machiavélique et sans scrupules, en particulier en politique ou pour faire progresser sa carrière
Meaning
cunning, scheming, and unscrupulous, especially in politics or in advancing one's career
Example
The politician was known for his Machiavellian tactics.
Le politicien était connu pour ses tactiques machiavéliques.
C2 verb /meɪm/

maim

estropier
Meaning
To wound or injure someone so that part of the body is permanently damaged.
Example
The accident maimed several passengers.
L'accident a estropié plusieurs passagers.
B1 noun /ˈmeɪkʌp/

makeup

maquillage
Meaning
cosmetics used to enhance or alter appearance
Example
She applied makeup before the party.
Elle a appliqué du maquillage avant la fête.
A2 interjection /mˈhm/

mm-hmm

Oui
Meaning
A sound used to express agreement or acknowledgment in conversation.
Example
‘Do you understand?’ ‘Mm-hmm.’
‘Tu comprends ?’ ‘Oui.’
A2 noun /mjuˈziːəm/

museum

musée
Meaning
a building in which objects of historical, scientific, artistic, or cultural interest are stored and exhibited
Example
We visited the art museum to see the new exhibition.
Nous avons visité le musée d'art pour voir la nouvelle exposition.
C2 adjective /ˌmɪsənˈθrɑːpɪk/

misanthropic

misanthropique
Meaning
having or showing a dislike of humankind
Example
His misanthropic attitude made it difficult for him to make friends.
Son attitude misanthropique rendait difficile de se faire des amis.
C2 noun məˌnɒp.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

monopolization

monopolisation
Meaning
The process by which a company gains exclusive control over a commercial activity.
Example
The monopolization of industries can limit consumer choices.
La monopolisation des industries peut limiter les choix des consommateurs.
B2 noun /ˈmɛmoʊ/

memo

mémo
Meaning
a written message, typically in a business setting
Example
He wrote a memo to the staff about the upcoming meeting.
Il a écrit un mémo au personnel au sujet de la prochaine réunion.
C1 adjective /ˈmel.əʊ/

Mellow

doux et agréable; détendu et gentil
Meaning
soft and pleasant; relaxed and gentle
Example
The mellow evening light created a peaceful atmosphere.
La lumière douce du soir a créé une atmosphère paisible.
B2 noun /ˌmʌltɪplɪˈkeɪʃən/

multiplication

multiplication
Meaning
the mathematical process of combining numbers to get a product; the act of increasing in number or amount
Example
Multiplication is one of the basic operations taught in elementary mathematics.
La multiplication est une opération fondamentale en mathématiques.
C1 noun ˌmɑːr.dʒɪ.nəl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

marginalization

marginalisation
Meaning
The treatment of a person, group, or concept as insignificant or peripheral.
Example
Economic policies should address the marginalization of the poor.
Les politiques économiques devraient aborder la marginalisation des pauvres.
C1 adjective /məˈlɛvələnt/

malevolent

malveillant
Meaning
Having or showing a wish to do evil or harm to others.
Example
The malevolent glare in his eyes frightened the children.
Le regard malveillant dans ses yeux effrayait les enfants.
C1 noun /ˈmæntl̩/

mantle

manteau, responsabilité
Meaning
A cloak or covering; also the layer of the earth between the crust and the core.
Example
The leader assumed the mantle of responsibility.
Le leader a pris le manteau de la responsabilité.
B2 noun /ˈməʊtərɪst/

motorist

automobiliste
Meaning
a person who drives a motor vehicle, especially a car or motorcycle
Example
The motorist stopped to help after seeing the accident on the highway.
L'automobiliste s'est arrêté pour aider après avoir vu l'accident.
B1 adverb /ˈmiːn.waɪl/

Meanwhile

pendant ce temps
Meaning
at the same time; during the same period
Example
She was cooking dinner, meanwhile he was setting the table.
Elle cuisinait le dîner, pendant ce temps il dressait la table.
C1 noun /ˌmaʊntəˈnɪə/

mountaineer

alpiniste
Meaning
A person who climbs mountains as a sport or profession.
Example
The mountaineer reached the summit after a long climb.
L'alpiniste a atteint le sommet après une longue ascension.
A1 noun /mʌnθ/

month

mois
Meaning
a period of about four weeks or one-twelfth of a year
Example
She visits her grandparents once a month.
Elle visite ses grands-parents une fois par mois.
C2 noun /ˈmʌɡwʌmp/

mugwump

personne indépendante des partis
Meaning
a person who remains independent from party politics or remains aloof from disputes
Example
He was called a mugwump for refusing to join either political side.
Il a été appelé un mugwump pour avoir refusé de rejoindre l'un ou l'autre côté politique.
C1 noun ˌmɛtə ˈmɔːfəsɪs

metamorphosis

métamorphose, transformation
Meaning
A change of the form or nature of a thing or person into a completely different one, by natural or supernatural means.
Example
The company's metamorphosis from a small startup to a global leader was remarkable.
La métamorphose de l'entreprise d'une petite start-up à un leader mondial a été remarquable.
C2 noun /məˈbɒkrəsi/

mobocracy

gouvernance par la foule
Meaning
Rule or control by a mob or mass of people, often disorderly.
Example
The protest turned into mobocracy when the crowd started destroying property.
La protestation s'est transformée en mobocratie lorsque la foule a commencé à détruire des biens.
A2 noun /ˈmaɪkroʊweɪv/

Microwave

micro-ondes
Meaning
an electric oven that uses electromagnetic radiation to heat food quickly
Example
She heated the leftover pizza in the microwave for two minutes.
Elle a chauffé la pizza restante dans le micro-ondes pendant deux minutes.
A2 verb /mætʃ/

match

correspondre
Meaning
to be equal to something; to find something that corresponds to another
Example
The colors of her dress match perfectly with her shoes.
Les couleurs de sa robe correspondent parfaitement avec ses chaussures.
C2 noun /ˈmeɪleɪ/

melee

bagarre chaotique
Meaning
A noisy, confused fight or crowd situation.
Example
A melee broke out during the football match.
Une bagarre chaotique a éclaté pendant le match de football.
C1 noun /mɔːrɡ/

morgue

morgue
Meaning
a place where dead bodies are kept, especially to be identified or claimed
Example
The police took the body to the morgue for identification.
La police a emmené le corps à la morgue pour identification.
B2 adjective ˈmem.ər.ə.bəl

memorable

mémorable
Meaning
Worth remembering or easily remembered, especially because of being special or unusual.
Example
Memorable events inspire generations.
Les événements mémorables inspirent des générations.
A2 noun /ˈmærɪdʒ/

marriage

bonheur
Meaning
The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.
Example
Their marriage lasted for over thirty years.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
A1 adjective, adverb, pronoun /mɔːr/

more

plus
Meaning
A greater or additional amount or degree.
Example
She wanted more time to finish the project.
Elle voulait plus de temps pour finir le projet.
C2 noun /ˈmɛzməˌrɪzəm/

mesmerism

hypnotisme
Meaning
A state of fascination or hypnotism.
Example
The magician held the audience in a state of mesmerism.
Le magicien a maintenu l'audience dans un état de mesmerisme.
C1 noun ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃənz

modifications

modifications
Meaning
The action of making partial or minor changes to something.
Example
DNA modifications enable enhanced traits in crops.
Les modifications de l'ADN permettent d'améliorer les caractéristiques des cultures.
A2 verb /ˈmæri/

marry

se marier
Meaning
to become husband and wife; to perform a wedding ceremony
Example
They plan to marry next summer.
Ils prévoient de se marier l'été prochain.
C1 noun /ˌmɪsˈdiːd/

Misdeed

méfait; délit
Meaning
A wicked or illegal act; wrongdoing
Example
He regretted his past misdeeds and tried to make amends.
Il regrettait ses méfaits passés et essayait de se racheter.
B2 noun /mɑːrz/

Mars

Mars
Meaning
The fourth planet from the Sun; the Roman god of war
Example
Scientists are planning a manned mission to Mars in the next decade.
Les scientifiques prévoient une mission habitée vers Mars dans la prochaine décennie.
C1 adverb /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkli/

mathematically

mathématiquement
Meaning
in a way that relates to mathematics; using numbers, formulas, or logical calculation
Example
The problem can be solved mathematically rather than by guesswork.
Le problème peut être résolu mathématiquement plutôt que par des suppositions.
A1 pronoun /maɪˈsɛlf/

myself

moi-même
Meaning
used for emphasis or to refer to oneself
Example
I will do it myself.
Je vais le faire moi-même.
A2 noun /ˈmembər/

member

membre
Meaning
a person or thing that belongs to a group or organization
Example
She is a member of the local sports club.
Elle est membre du club sportif local.
C2 noun /ˈmʌskɪt/

musket

un type de fusil ancien
Meaning
a type of long gun used in the past, especially by infantry soldiers
Example
The soldiers carried muskets into the battlefield.
Les soldats ont porté des mousquets sur le champ de bataille.
B1 adverb /ˈmeɪn.li/

Mainly

principalement; pour la plupart
Meaning
for the most part; chiefly; primarily
Example
The conference was mainly about environmental protection and climate change.
La conférence portait principalement sur la protection de l'environnement et le changement climatique.
C1 noun /ˈmaɪkrəʊˌklaɪmæt/

microclimate

microclimat
Meaning
The climate of a small, specific area that may differ from the general climate of the surrounding region, often influenced by local factors like terrain, vegetation, or buildings.
Example
A microclimate can have a significant impact on plant growth.
Un microclimat peut avoir un impact significatif sur la croissance des plantes.
C1 adjective /ˌmɒnəˈlɪθɪk/

monolithic

monolithique
Meaning
Massive, uniform, and indivisible; resembling a large single stone or structure.
Example
The company maintained a monolithic structure resistant to change.
L'entreprise a maintenu une structure monolithique résistante au changement.
C2 adjective ˈmiː.ni.əl

menial

mineur
Meaning
Not requiring much skill and lacking prestige.
Example
He refused to do menial work.
Il a refusé de faire des travaux mineurs.
C1 adjective /ˈmaɪ.ɡrə.tɔːr.i/

Migratory

migratoire
Meaning
moving from one place to another; characterized by seasonal movement
Example
Many birds are migratory and travel thousands of miles each season.
De nombreux oiseaux sont migrateurs et parcourent des milliers de kilomètres chaque saison.
C2 adjective /ˌmɛtəˈlɜrdʒɪkəl/

metallurgical

métallurgique
Meaning
Relating to metallurgy or the branch of science concerned with the properties of metals and their production.
Example
He studied metallurgical engineering at the university.
Il a étudié l'ingénierie métallurgique à l'université.
B1 noun /ˈmiːtər/

meter

mètre
Meaning
A unit of length in the metric system equal to 100 centimeters; also, a device that measures quantity such as electricity or gas.
Example
The technician came to check the electricity meter.
Le technicien est venu vérifier le compteur d'électricité.
B1 noun məˈdʒɒrəti

majority

majorité
Meaning
The greater number; the larger part of something.
Example
The majority demanded their rights.
La majorité a exigé leurs droits.
B2 verb /mɔːrn/

mourn

pleurer
Meaning
To feel or express deep sadness or grief, especially because of someone's death.
Example
They gathered to mourn the loss of their friend.
Ils se sont réunis pour pleurer la perte de leur ami.
C1 noun /məˈnɒɡəmi/

monogamy

monogamie
Meaning
The practice of being married to or in a relationship with only one person at a time.
Example
Many cultures encourage monogamy as the ideal form of marriage.
De nombreuses cultures encouragent la monogamie comme la forme idéale de mariage.
C2 adjective /ˈmɒθ ˌiːtən/

moth-eaten

mangé par les mites
Meaning
Damaged or worn out, especially by moths or age.
Example
He wore a moth-eaten sweater on the cold day.
Il portait un pull mangé par les mites par une journée froide.
C2 noun /mɪf/

miff

petite querelle
Meaning
A petty quarrel or annoyance.
Example
They had a slight miff over the seating arrangement.
Ils ont eu une petite querelle à propos de l'arrangement des sièges.
B2 noun /meɪz/

Maze

labyrinthe
Meaning
A network of paths designed as a puzzle; a confusing situation
Example
The children got lost in the corn maze at the harvest festival.
Les enfants se sont perdus dans le labyrinthe de maïs lors du festival de la récolte.
C1 noun /ˈmiːnnəs/

Meanness

méchanceté; avarice
Meaning
The quality of being unkind, spiteful, or unfair; stinginess
Example
His meanness towards the poor children shocked everyone in the neighborhood.
Sa méchanceté envers les enfants pauvres a choqué tout le monde dans le quartier.
C2 noun (plural) /maɪˈnjuːʃiiː/

minutiae

minuties
Meaning
the small, precise, or trivial details of something
Example
The lawyer focused on the minutiae of the contract.
L'avocat s'est concentré sur les minuties du contrat.
B2 noun /ˈmɒdəreɪtər/

moderator

modérateur
Meaning
A person who leads or oversees discussions, debates, or forums to maintain order.
Example
The moderator asked each panelist to share their views.
Le modérateur a demandé à chaque panéliste de partager leurs points de vue.
C2 verb /ˈmɔːndər/

maunder

parler de manière incohérente
Meaning
To speak or move aimlessly and incoherently.
Example
He maundered on about his old memories.
Il parlait de manière incohérente de ses vieux souvenirs.
B1 noun /ˈmɪs.tər.i/

Mystery

mystère; quelque chose d'inexplicable
Meaning
something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain
Example
The disappearance of the plane remains a mystery.
La disparition de l'avion reste un mystère.
C1 noun /moʊl/

Mole

taupe
Meaning
a small burrowing mammal with tiny eyes and soft fur
Example
The mole dug tunnels under the garden.
Le taupe a creusé des tunnels sous le jardin.
B1 noun /ˈmɛdəl/

medal

médaille
Meaning
a piece of metal given as an award for achievement
Example
She won a gold medal in the 100-meter race.
Elle a gagné une médaille d'or lors de la course de 100 mètres.
A2 noun /ˈmoʊtərˌsaɪkəl/

motorcycle

moto
Meaning
a two-wheeled motor-powered vehicle designed for transportation
Example
He rides his motorcycle to work every morning.
Il va au travail en moto tous les matins.
C1 noun /mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns/

magnificence

magnificence
Meaning
splendor, grandeur, or impressive beauty
Example
The magnificence of the palace left everyone speechless.
La magnificence du palais a laissé tout le monde sans voix.
B2 adjective /ˈmɪd.əl.eɪdʒd/

Middle-aged

d'âge moyen
Meaning
being of an age between young and old; typically between 40-60 years old
Example
The middle-aged man started a new career.
L'homme d'âge moyen a commencé une nouvelle carrière.
C1 verb /ˈmæd.ən/

madden

rendre fou
Meaning
To make someone very angry or extremely annoyed.
Example
The constant noise maddened him.
Le bruit constant l'a rendu fou.
B2 adjective /ˈmɛtrɪk/

metric

métrique
Meaning
Relating to the metric system of measurement; also, a standard of measurement used to assess performance.
Example
The company tracks success using clear performance metrics.
L'entreprise suit le succès en utilisant des métriques de performance claires.
B1 noun /ˈmelədi/

Melody

mélodie; air musical
Meaning
A sequence of single notes that is musically satisfying; a tune
Example
She hummed a beautiful melody while cooking dinner.
Elle fredonnait une belle mélodie pendant qu'elle préparait le dîner.
C2 verb /ˈmɒlikɒdl/

mollycoddle

gâter
Meaning
To treat someone in an overprotective and indulgent way.
Example
Parents should avoid mollycoddling their children too much.
Les parents devraient éviter de gâter trop leurs enfants.
C2 noun mʌnˈdeɪ.nɪ.ti

mundanity

banalité
Meaning
The quality of being ordinary, routine, or lacking excitement.
Example
The mundanity of office life can be exhausting.
La banalité de la vie au bureau peut être épuisante.