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B2 noun /ˈmɑːrbəl/

marble

bonheur
Meaning
a hard, smooth stone used in building and sculpture, often white with colored lines
Example
The floor of the palace was made of white marble.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B2 noun /ˈmɛtəfɔːr/

metaphor

bonheur
Meaning
A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable.
Example
Time is a thief is a common metaphor for how quickly life passes.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B2 verb /ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃər/

manufacture

fabriquer
Meaning
to produce goods in large quantities using machinery; to make or create something
Example
The company manufactures electronic devices for global markets.
L'entreprise fabrique des dispositifs électroniques pour les marchés mondiaux.
B2 adjective /məˈkænɪkəl/

mechanical

bonheur
Meaning
relating to machines or the way they work
Example
She has a good understanding of mechanical systems.
Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
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.
B2 verb /ˈmɑːdɪfaɪ/

modify

modifier
Meaning
to change or alter something; to make partial changes
Example
We need to modify the plan to include more details.
Nous devons modifier le plan pour inclure plus de détails.
B2 noun ˈmɒn.ɪ.tər.ɪŋ

monitoring

surveillance
Meaning
The action of observing and checking the progress or quality of something over a period of time.
Example
Monitoring ensures compliance with standards.
La surveillance garantit le respect des normes.
B2 noun /maɪˈɡreɪʃən/

migration

migration
Meaning
the movement of people or animals from one place to another, often for better living conditions or seasonal reasons
Example
The annual migration of birds is a fascinating natural event.
La migration annuelle des oiseaux est un événement naturel fascinant.
B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərɪŋ/

manufacturing

fabrication
Meaning
the process of making products on a large scale using machinery
Example
The country is investing heavily in the manufacturing sector.
Le pays investit massivement dans le secteur de la fabrication.
B2 noun /ˈmeɪər/

mayor

maire
Meaning
The elected head of a city, town, or municipality.
Example
The mayor announced a new policy to improve public transport.
Le maire a annoncé une nouvelle politique pour améliorer les transports publics.
B2 noun /məˌnɪp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

manipulation

manipulation
Meaning
The action of manipulating someone or something in a skillful manner; handling or controlling in a subtle, unfair, or unscrupulous way.
Example
Media manipulation influences public opinion.
La manipulation des médias influence l'opinion publique.
B2 noun ˈmaɪnd.set

mindset

état d’esprit
Meaning
The established set of attitudes held by someone.
Example
A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.
Une mentalité de croissance aide les individus à relever les défis.
B2 noun /məˈskiː.toʊ net/

Mosquito-net

moustiquaire
Meaning
a fine mesh fabric used to cover beds or windows to keep mosquitoes and other insects out
Example
We use a mosquito net to protect ourselves from insect bites.
Nous utilisons un moustiquaire pour nous protéger des piqûres d'insectes.
B2 noun /ˈmɒtəʊ/

motto

devise
Meaning
A short sentence or phrase that expresses a guiding belief or principle.
Example
Her motto in life is 'never give up.'
Son devise dans la vie est 'ne jamais abandonner.'
B2 noun /ˈmaɪnə(r)/

miner

mineur
Meaning
a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals or other resources
Example
The miner worked in the coal mine for many years.
Le mineur a travaillé dans la mine de charbon pendant de nombreuses années.
B2 noun /ˈmʌð.ər.lænd/

Motherland

mère patrie; pays d'origine
Meaning
the country where one was born or has citizenship; homeland
Example
He always spoke fondly of his motherland.
Il parlait toujours avec affection de sa patrie.
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.
B2 noun ˈmɪdl klæs

middle-class

classe moyenne
Meaning
The social group between the upper and working classes, typically consisting of well-educated people.
Example
The middle-class was largely affected by the decision.
La classe moyenne a été largement affectée par la décision.
B2 adjective /ˌmʌl.tiˈpɜː.pəs/

Multipurpose

polyvalent
Meaning
having multiple uses or functions; versatile
Example
This multipurpose tool can be used as a knife, screwdriver, and bottle opener.
Cet outil polyvalent peut être utilisé comme un couteau, un tournevis et un ouvre-bouteille.
B2 noun/adjective /ˈmɪnətʃər/ or /ˈmɪniətʃʊr/

miniature

version miniature
Meaning
a very small version of something; small in scale or size
Example
The artist created a miniature model of the castle.
L'artiste a créé un modèle miniature du château.
B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməm/

minimum

minimum
Meaning
The least or smallest amount or quantity possible, attained, or required.
Example
This year saw a minimum unemployment rate.
Cette année, le taux de chômage a atteint un minimum.
B2 adjective /ˈmæn.ju.əl/

Manual

manuel
Meaning
done by hand; operated by hand; not automatic
Example
This is a manual process that requires careful attention.
C'est un processus manuel qui nécessite une attention particulière.
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.
B2 verb /maʊnt/

mount

monter
Meaning
to climb up, rise, or fix something in place
Example
They plan to mount a camera on the wall.
Ils prévoient de monter une caméra sur le mur.
B2 noun /ˈmæstərpiːs/

Masterpiece

chef-d'œuvre
Meaning
A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship
Example
The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.
La Joconde est considérée comme l'une des plus grandes œuvres d'art de tous les temps.
B2 noun /məˈræl.ə.ti/

Morality

moralité
Meaning
principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong behavior
Example
The debate focused on the morality of the decision.
Le débat s'est concentré sur la moralité de la décision.
B2 noun /ˈmɪd.deɪ/

Midday

midi
Meaning
The middle of the day; twelve o'clock in the daytime; noon
Example
The sun is brightest at midday when it's directly overhead.
Le soleil est le plus brillant à midi quand il est directement au-dessus.
B2 noun /menˈtæləti/

Mentality

mentalité; état d'esprit
Meaning
The characteristic attitude of mind or way of thinking of a person or group
Example
The team needs to develop a winning mentality to succeed.
L'équipe doit développer une mentalité gagnante pour réussir.
B2 noun /ˈmes.ɪn.dʒər/

Messenger

messager
Meaning
a person who carries messages or communications between parties
Example
The messenger delivered important battle plans to the commander.
Le messager a remis des plans de bataille importants au commandant.
B2 noun /ˈmɑːrkɪtˌpleɪs/

marketplace

marché
Meaning
a place where goods and services are bought and sold; an open area for trade
Example
The town's marketplace is crowded every Friday morning.
Le marché de la ville est bondé chaque vendredi matin.
B2 noun /ˈmaɪnɪŋ/

mining

exploitation minière
Meaning
the process of extracting valuable minerals or other resources from the earth
Example
Mining in this area has increased in recent years.
L'exploitation minière dans cette région a augmenté ces dernières années.
B2 noun /ˌmɪs.bɪˈheɪ.vjər/

Misbehaviour

Comportement mauvais ou inacceptable, surtout chez les enfants ou dans des situations formelles
Meaning
Bad or unacceptable behavior, especially by children or in formal situations
Example
The student was punished for his misbehaviour in class.
L'étudiant a été puni pour son mauvais comportement en classe.
B2 verb /mɜːrdʒ/

merge

fusionner
Meaning
to combine or join together; to blend into one
Example
The two companies decided to merge to increase their market share.
Les deux entreprises ont décidé de fusionner pour augmenter leur part de marché.
B2 noun /ˈmæm.əl/

mammal

mammifère
Meaning
A warm-blooded animal with hair or fur, and females produce milk for their young.
Example
The whale is the largest mammal on Earth.
La baleine est le plus grand mammifère de la Terre.
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.
B2 noun /ˈmɪs.tʃɪf/

Mischief

espièglerie
Meaning
Playful behavior that causes minor trouble or annoyance but is not meant to cause serious harm
Example
The children were full of mischief during the summer holidays.
Les enfants étaient pleins d'espièglerie pendant les vacances d'été.
B2 noun /ˈmærəθən/

marathon

marathon
Meaning
a long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles)
Example
She completed the marathon in under four hours.
Elle a terminé le marathon en moins de quatre heures.
B2 noun məˈmɔːriəl

memorial

mémorial
Meaning
A structure or building made to remind people of a person or event.
Example
Thousands gather at the National Memorial.
Des milliers de personnes se rassemblent au Mémorial National.
B2 verb /ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz/

maximize

maximiser
Meaning
to increase something as much as possible
Example
The company aims to maximize its profits this year.
L'entreprise vise à maximiser ses profits cette année.
B2 noun /ˈmɔːl.tə/

Malta

orange sanguine
Meaning
a sweet citrus fruit similar to orange, also known as blood orange or sweet orange
Example
Malta is a popular citrus fruit in Bangladesh known for its sweet taste and high vitamin C content.
Malta est un fruit citrique populaire au Bangladesh, connu pour son goût sucré et sa teneur élevée en vitamine C.
B2 noun /ˈmɑːr.tɪn/

Martin

martinet
Meaning
small swift-flying bird that catches insects on the wing
Example
The martin built its nest under the bridge.
Le martinet a construit son nid sous le pont.
B2 adjective /ˈmɪθɪkəl/

Mythical

mythique
Meaning
existing only in myths or legends; imaginary or fictitious
Example
Dragons are mythical creatures that appear in many cultures.
Les dragons sont des créatures mythiques qui apparaissent dans de nombreuses cultures.
B2 noun ˈmɑːr.kɪt ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi

market economy

économie de marché
Meaning
An economic system where production and pricing decisions are controlled by individuals and based on supply and demand.
Example
A market economy allows businesses to compete freely.
Une économie de marché permet aux entreprises de concurrencer librement.
B2 noun /ˌmɒd.ən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

modernization

modernisation
Meaning
The process of adapting something to modern needs or habits.
Example
Modernization of industries reduces pollution.
La modernisation des industries réduit la pollution.
B2 noun /ˈmʌtn/

Mutton

viande de mouton
Meaning
meat from an adult sheep; lamb meat
Example
The restaurant serves delicious mutton curry with rice.
Le restaurant sert un délicieux curry de viande de mouton avec du riz.
B2 noun /mæt/

Mat

tapis
Meaning
a piece of coarse material placed on a floor for people to wipe their feet on
Example
Please wipe your feet on the mat before entering.
Veuillez essuyer vos pieds sur le tapis avant d'entrer.
B2 adjective /mɪˈsteɪkən/

mistaken

erroné
Meaning
wrong or incorrect because of an error in judgment or understanding
Example
I was mistaken about the meeting time.
Je me suis trompé sur l'heure de la réunion.
B2 adjective /ˈmænɪdʒəbəl/

Manageable

gérable; contrôlable
Meaning
able to be controlled or dealt with; feasible
Example
The workload is manageable if we plan properly.
La charge de travail est gérable si nous planifions correctement.
B2 noun /ˈmɪsaɪl/ or /ˈmɪsəl/

missile

missile
Meaning
a weapon that is self-propelled and directed toward a target
Example
The army launched a missile towards the enemy base.
L'armée a lancé un missile vers la base ennemie.
B2 noun /ˈmeɪnˌlænd/

mainland

continent
Meaning
the principal landmass of a country or continent, as opposed to the surrounding islands
Example
The mainland of Australia is home to most of its population.
La partie continentale de l'Australie abrite la majorite de sa population.
B2 noun /moʊˈmɛn.təm/

momentum

élan
Meaning
The quantity of motion of a moving body; the impetus and driving force gained by the development of a process or course of events.
Example
The company gained momentum after launching a new product.
L'entreprise a pris de l'élan après le lancement d'un nouveau produit.
B2 noun /ˈmɪnərəl/

mineral

minéral
Meaning
a naturally occurring substance that is solid and inorganic, often used in industry or nutrition
Example
Calcium is an important mineral for strong bones.
Le calcium est un minéral important pour des os solides.
B2 noun /ˌmedɪˈkeɪʃən/

medication

médicament
Meaning
a drug or other form of medicine used to treat or prevent disease
Example
The doctor prescribed medication for his headache.
Le médecin a prescrit des médicaments pour son mal de tête.
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.
B2 adjective /məˈtjʊr/

mature

mature
Meaning
fully developed or grown, especially emotionally or intellectually
Example
She has become a mature and confident leader.
Elle est devenue une leader mature et confiante.
B2 noun /ˈmænʃən/

mansion

bonheur
Meaning
a large, impressive house
Example
The billionaire lives in a luxurious mansion overlooking the ocean.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur quand elle a reçu le prix.
B2 adjective /ˈmiː.nɪŋ.ləs/

Meaningless

insensé; sans but; dénué de sens
Meaning
without purpose; having no significance; pointless
Example
The data became meaningless without proper context.
Les données sont devenues sans signification sans le contexte approprié.
B2 adjective /mɑːrkt/

Marked

marqué; évident; distinct
Meaning
clearly noticeable; distinct; obvious
Example
There was a marked improvement in her performance.
Il y a eu une amélioration marquée dans sa performance.
B2 noun /mɪl/

mill

moulin
Meaning
a building equipped with machinery for grinding grain or manufacturing goods
Example
The old flour mill has been converted into a museum.
Le vieux moulin à farine a été transformé en musée.
B2 adjective məˈriːn

marine

marin
Meaning
Of, relating to, or characteristic of the sea; living or growing in the sea.
Example
Marine ecosystems are highly sensitive to human activity.
Les écosystèmes marins sont très sensibles à l'activité humaine.
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.
B2 noun /mʌŋk/

Monk

moine
Meaning
a man who is a member of a religious community living under vows
Example
The monk spent hours in meditation each day.
Le moine passait des heures en méditation chaque jour.
B2 adjective /ˌmiː.diˈiː.vəl/

medieval

médiéval
Meaning
Relating to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from about the 5th to the 15th century.
Example
The castle is a famous medieval monument.
Le château est un monument médiéval célèbre.
B2 noun /ˈmæd.nəs/

Madness

folie; démence;
Meaning
the state of being mentally ill, especially severely; extremely foolish behavior
Example
It would be madness to drive in this storm.
Ce serait de la folie de conduire sous cette tempête.
B2 adjective /ˈmɪl.ki waɪt/

Milky white

blanc laiteux
Meaning
a pure white color resembling milk
Example
The clouds looked milky white against the blue sky.
Les nuages semblaient blancs comme du lait contre le ciel bleu.
B2 noun /ˌmɪsˈfɔːrtʃən/

misfortune

malchance
Meaning
Bad luck or an unfortunate event.
Example
He suffered the misfortune of losing his job during the recession.
Il a souffert de la malchance de perdre son emploi pendant la récession.
B2 noun /ˈmeɪn.tən.əns/

maintenance

entretien
Meaning
The process of keeping something in proper working condition; upkeep.
Example
Regular maintenance increases the lifespan of machines.
Un entretien régulier prolonge la durée de vie des machines.
B2 noun /ˈmɒdjuːl/

module

module
Meaning
a self-contained unit of a course or system, typically part of a larger whole
Example
The module on machine learning was difficult but informative.
Le module sur l'apprentissage automatique était difficile mais instructif.
B2 adjective /ˈmæskjəlɪn/

masculine

masculin
Meaning
having qualities traditionally associated with men
Example
He has a deep, masculine voice.
Il a une voix profonde et masculine.
B2 noun /ˈmɪz.ər.i/

Misery

misère; pauvreté extrême; souffrance
Meaning
Great mental or physical suffering; extreme unhappiness or distress
Example
The poor family lived in complete misery after losing their home.
La famille pauvre vivait dans une misère totale après avoir perdu sa maison.
B2 noun /ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

mechanism

mécanisme
Meaning
A system of parts working together in a machine; a process or technique for achieving something.
Example
The mechanism of the clock stopped working after years of use.
Le mécanisme de l'horloge a cessé de fonctionner après des années d'utilisation.
B2 noun /mɪnt/

Mint

menthe; maison de la monnaie
Meaning
An aromatic plant used for flavoring; also a place where money is manufactured
Example
She added fresh mint leaves to the tea for a refreshing taste.
Elle a ajouté des feuilles de menthe fraîche au thé pour un goût rafraîchissant.
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.
B2 noun /mɪθ/

myth

mythe
Meaning
A traditional story explaining natural or social phenomena, often involving supernatural beings; a widely held but false belief.
Example
The myth of the phoenix tells of a bird reborn from its ashes.
Le mythe du phénix raconte l'histoire d'un oiseau renaissant de ses cendres.
B2 verb /mɒk/

mock

se moquer de
Meaning
To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or unkind way.
Example
The students mocked his accent during class.
Les étudiants se sont moqués de son accent pendant le cours.
B2 verb /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪv/

misbehave

mal se comporter
Meaning
to behave badly or inappropriately; to act in an unacceptable way
Example
The children misbehaved during the school assembly.
Les enfants se sont mal comportés pendant l'assemblée de l'école.
B2 adjective /ˈmɪstʃɪvəs/

Mischievous

espiègle; malicieux; farceur
Meaning
playfully naughty; causing minor trouble; impish
Example
The mischievous child hid his sister's favorite toy.
L'enfant espiègle a caché le jouet préféré de sa sœur.
B2 noun /ˈmɪn.ɪ.stri/

Ministry

ministère
Meaning
A government department responsible for a particular area of public administration
Example
The Ministry of Education announced new policies for schools.
Le ministère de l'Éducation a annoncé de nouvelles politiques pour les écoles.
B2 noun /ˈmʌs.tərd/

Mustard

moutarde
Meaning
A pungent seed or condiment made from ground mustard seeds
Example
She added mustard seeds to the curry for extra flavor.
Elle a ajouté des graines de moutarde au curry pour plus de saveur.
B2 noun /ˈmɛr.meɪd/

Mermaid

sirène
Meaning
A mythical sea creature with the head and torso of a woman and the tail of a fish
Example
The little girl loved stories about mermaids living under the sea.
La petite fille adorait les histoires de sirènes vivant sous la mer.
B2 noun /məˈʃiː.nər.i/

machinery

machinerie
Meaning
machines collectively, or the parts of a machine; also, the system or process by which something works
Example
The factory invested in new machinery to increase production.
L'usine a investi dans une nouvelle machinerie pour augmenter la production.
B2 adverb /ˈmen.tə.li/

Mentally

mentalement
Meaning
relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes
Example
She was mentally preparing herself for the exam.
Elle se préparait mentalement pour l'examen.
B2 adjective /ˌmʌltɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/

multilingual

multilingue
Meaning
Able to speak or written in several languages.
Example
She grew up in a multilingual household.
Elle a grandi dans une maison multilingue.
B2 noun /ˈmoʊ.tɪv/

Motive

motif; raison; incitation
Meaning
a reason for doing something; what drives someone to act
Example
The police are investigating the motive for the crime.
La police enquête sur le motif du crime.
B2 noun /ˌmɪs.ʌn.dəˈstæn.dɪŋ/

Misunderstanding

méprise
Meaning
A failure to understand something correctly; a disagreement or confusion between people
Example
The argument was caused by a simple misunderstanding.
La dispute a été causée par une simple méprise.
B2 verb ˈmɪnɪmaɪz

minimize

minimiser
Meaning
Reduce (something, especially something unwanted or unpleasant) to the smallest possible amount or degree.
Example
Efforts should be made to minimize plastic usage.
Des efforts doivent être faits pour minimiser l'utilisation du plastique.
B2 noun məˈtæb.əl.ɪ.zəm

metabolism

métabolisme
Meaning
The chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.
Example
Exercise boosts metabolism and burns calories.
L'exercice stimule le métabolisme et brûle des calories.
B2 adjective /mjuːt/

Mute

muet; incapable de parler; sans son
Meaning
silent; unable to speak; without sound
Example
He remained mute during the entire meeting.
Il est resté muet pendant toute la réunion.
B2 adjective /ˌmænˈmeɪd/

manmade

créé par l'homme
Meaning
something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally
Example
This lake is manmade, not natural.
Ce lac est créé par l'homme, pas naturel.
B2 noun ˈmaɪl.stəʊn

milestone

jalon
Meaning
An important event or stage in the development, progress, or history of something.
Example
This discovery is a milestone in biotechnology.
Cette découverte est un jalon dans la biotechnologie.
B2 verb /ˈmɒdənaɪz/

modernize

moderniser
Meaning
To adapt something to modern needs or styles; to update or improve.
Example
The company plans to modernize its IT infrastructure.
L'entreprise prévoit de moderniser son infrastructure informatique.
B2 noun /ˈmæstəri/

Mastery

compétence; maîtrise;
Meaning
Great skill or expertise in a subject or activity
Example
His mastery of the violin impressed audiences around the world.
Sa maîtrise du violon a impressionné les auditoires du monde entier.
B2 adverb /ˈmɪzərəbli/

Miserably

miserablement
Meaning
in a wretched or unhappy manner; extremely badly
Example
The team performed miserably in the championship.
L'équipe a joué misérablement dans le championnat.
B2 adjective /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl/

mathematical

mathématique
Meaning
relating to mathematics or the use of mathematics
Example
The mathematical equation was difficult to solve.
L'équation mathématique était difficile à résoudre.
B2 adverb /ˈmɒdərətli/

moderately

modérément
Meaning
to a reasonable extent, not excessively
Example
She exercises moderately to stay healthy.
Elle fait de l'exercice modérément pour rester en bonne santé.
B2 adjective /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/

magnetic

magnétique
Meaning
having the power to attract metal objects or to attract people or things in a strong way
Example
The magnetic field of the Earth protects us from harmful solar radiation.
Le champ magnétique de la Terre nous protège des radiations solaires nuisibles.
B2 noun /ˌmɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

methodology

méthodologie
Meaning
A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.
Example
The research was conducted using a new methodology.
La recherche a été menée en utilisant une nouvelle méthodologie.
B2 adverb /ˈmiːn.taɪm/

Meantime

en attendant
Meaning
during the time between two events; in the period of time between now and when something else happens
Example
The food will be ready in an hour; in the meantime, we can watch TV.
La nourriture sera prête dans une heure ; en attendant, nous pouvons regarder la télévision.
B2 adjective /ˈmaɪnd.fəl/

Mindful

attentif; conscient
Meaning
being conscious or aware; paying attention to the present moment
Example
She is always mindful of her surroundings and pays attention to details.
Elle est toujours attentive à son environnement et prête attention aux détails.
B2 noun ˈmɒn.ə.ki

monarchy

monarchie
Meaning
A form of government with a monarch at the head, where supreme power is held by a single person such as a king or queen.
Example
The monarchy was abolished during the revolution.
La monarchie a été abolie pendant la révolution.
B2 verb /maɪˈɡreɪt/

migrate

migrer
Meaning
To move from one region or habitat to another, especially regularly according to the seasons or for work.
Example
Birds migrate south during the winter.
Les oiseaux migrent vers le sud pendant l'hiver.
B2 adjective /mæɡˈnɪfɪsənt/

magnificent

magnifique
Meaning
extremely beautiful, impressive, or splendid
Example
The view from the mountain was truly magnificent.
La vue depuis la montagne était vraiment magnifique.
B2 noun ˈmoʊ.baɪl sɪˈkjʊr.ə.ti

mobile security

sécurité mobile
Meaning
Protection of mobile devices and the data stored on them from security threats.
Example
Strong mobile security protects personal information.
Une sécurité mobile forte protège les informations personnelles.
B2 noun /mɒsk/

mosque

mosquée
Meaning
A Muslim place of worship.
Example
They gathered at the mosque for the Friday prayer.
Ils se sont rassemblés à la mosquée pour la prière du vendredi.
B2 noun /moʊd/

Mode

mode; manière
Meaning
a way or manner in which something occurs or is done; a setting
Example
The computer has a sleep mode to save energy.
L'ordinateur a un mode veille pour économiser de l'énergie.
B2 verb /məˈnɪpjʊleɪt/

manipulate

manipuler
Meaning
to handle or control skillfully; to influence someone in a clever way
Example
She can manipulate the software to create stunning graphics.
Elle peut manipuler le logiciel pour créer des graphiques impressionnants.
B2 noun /ˈmɔːr.nɪŋ/

Mourning

deuil
Meaning
the expression of deep sorrow for someone who has died
Example
The family is in mourning for their grandmother.
La famille est en deuil pour leur grand-mère.
B2 verb /ˈmɑː.vəl/

marvel

émerveiller
Meaning
To be filled with wonder or astonishment.
Example
People marvel at their surroundings.
Les gens s'émerveillent de leur environnement.
B2 adverb /mɔːrˈoʊvər/

moreover

de plus
Meaning
Used to add information that supports or emphasizes what has already been said.
Example
The job is challenging; moreover, it requires excellent communication skills.
Le travail est difficile; de plus, il nécessite d'excellentes compétences en communication.
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.
B2 noun /ˈmaɪ.ɡrənt/

migrant

migrant
Meaning
A person who moves from one place to another, especially to find work or better living conditions.
Example
Many migrants travel long distances to find employment.
De nombreux migrants parcourent de longues distances pour trouver un emploi.
B2 adjective /ˈmjuːtʃuəl/

Mutual

mutuel
Meaning
shared by two or more parties; reciprocal
Example
They have a mutual respect for each other.
Ils ont un respect mutuel l'un pour l'autre.
B2 adverb /ˈmɪərli/

merely

seulement
Meaning
Only; nothing more than.
Example
She was merely trying to help.
Elle essayait seulement d'aider.
B2 adjective/noun /ˈmaɪ.nər/

minor

mineur / insignifiant
Meaning
less important, serious, or significant; a person under the legal age
Example
Luckily, the accident caused only minor injuries.
Heureusement, l'accident a causé seulement des blessures mineures.
B2 noun /məˈtʃʊrəti/

Maturity

maturité
Meaning
The state of being mature; full development physically or emotionally
Example
With age comes wisdom and emotional maturity.
Avec l'âge vient la sagesse et la maturité émotionnelle.
B2 noun ˈmɒnjʊmənt

monument

monument
Meaning
A statue, building, or other structure erected to commemorate a notable person or event.
Example
A monument should honor his contributions.
Un monument devrait honorer ses contributions.
B2 adjective /mɪr/

mere

simple
Meaning
Used to emphasize how small or insignificant something is.
Example
It was a mere suggestion, not a command.
Ce n'était qu'une simple suggestion, pas un ordre.
B2 noun /ˈmeɪnstriːm/

mainstream

courant dominant
Meaning
the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are regarded as normal or conventional; the dominant trend in opinion or fashion
Example
Social media has become a mainstream source of news for many people.
Les médias sociaux sont devenus une source d'information dominante pour de nombreuses personnes.
B2 noun /ˈmɑːrkər/

marker

marqueur
Meaning
an object used to indicate a position, place, or boundary; a pen with a thick tip used for writing or drawing
Example
He used a red marker to underline the important points.
Il a utilisé un marqueur rouge pour souligner les points importants.
B2 verb /ˈmɑːdərət/

moderate

modéré
Meaning
to make less extreme or intense; to control or preside over
Example
She moderated the heated debate between the candidates.
Elle a modéré le débat animé entre les candidats.
B2 noun ˈmʌltiˌtɑːskɪŋ

multitasking

multitâche
Meaning
The performance of more than one task at the same time
Example
Multitasking reduces efficiency.
Le multitasking réduit l'efficacité.