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C2 noun /maɪˈkrɑː.skə.pi/

microscopy

microscopie
Meaning
The use of a microscope to observe small objects or organisms.
Example
Microscopy revealed the structure of the cells.
La microscopie a révélé la structure des cellules.
A1 noun /ˈmʌðər/

mother

mère
Meaning
a female parent
Example
Her mother is a kind and caring person.
Sa mère est une personne gentille et attentionnée.
C1 verb, noun /ˈmʌstər/

muster

rassembler / prendre du courage
Meaning
to gather people, especially soldiers; to summon courage or strength
Example
He mustered enough courage to face the challenge.
Il rassembla assez de courage pour relever le défi.
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.
C1 verb /ˈmɪt.ɪ.ɡeɪt/

mitigate

atténuer
Meaning
To make less severe, serious, or painful; to lessen the severity of damage or harm.
Example
Proper planning can mitigate financial risks.
Une planification appropriée peut atténuer les risques financiers.
B1 noun /ˈmɪr.ɪ.kəl/

Miracle

miracle
Meaning
An extraordinary and welcome event that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws
Example
The patient's recovery was called a miracle by the doctors.
La récupération du patient a été appelée un miracle par les médecins.
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.
C1 noun /ˈmɒdɪfaɪər/

modifier

modificateur
Meaning
a word or element that changes, limits, or describes the meaning of another word; something that alters or adjusts
Example
In the phrase 'very cold', 'very' is a modifier of 'cold'.
Dans l’expression « very cold », « very » est un modificateur de « cold ».
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.
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.
C2 noun /ˈmɒnəˌsɪləbəl/

monosyllable

mot monosyllabique
Meaning
A word consisting of only one syllable.
Example
Words like 'yes' and 'no' are monosyllables.
Des mots comme 'oui' et 'non' sont des monosyllabes.
C1 verb (past) /ˈmɛrɪtɪd/

merited

mérité
Meaning
Deserved or earned something.
Example
Her dedication merited recognition from the community.
Son dévouement a mérité la reconnaissance de la communauté.
C2 verb /məˈlɪŋɡər/

malinger

feindre la maladie
Meaning
to exaggerate or fake illness in order to escape duty or work
Example
He tried to malinger to avoid going to school.
Il a essayé de feindre une maladie pour éviter d'aller à l'école.
C2 noun /məˈʃiː.nɪst/

machinist

machiniste
Meaning
a person who operates machine tools or makes and repairs machines
Example
The machinist carefully adjusted the gears on the lathe.
Le machiniste a ajusté soigneusement les engrenages sur le tour.
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.
C1 noun ˌmɪsˈmænɪdʒmənt

mismanagement

mauvaise gestion
Meaning
Bad or careless management of something.
Example
Mismanagement of plastic waste worsens pollution.
La mauvaise gestion des déchets plastiques aggrave la pollution.
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.
A2 noun/verb /meɪl/

mail

courrier / lettre
Meaning
Letters, packages, or email messages sent or delivered to someone.
Example
I received an important letter in the mail.
J'ai reçu une lettre importante par le courrier.
C2 adjective /ˈmʌɡi/

muggy

étouffant et humide
Meaning
uncomfortably warm and humid
Example
It was a muggy afternoon in July.
C'était un après-midi étouffant en juillet.
B1 noun /ˈmɪd.naɪt/

Midnight

minuit; le milieu de la nuit
Meaning
Twelve o'clock at night; the middle of the night
Example
The clock struck midnight and the new day began.
L'horloge a sonné minuit et le nouveau jour a commencé.
C1 noun /məˈræŋ/

meringue

meringue (garniture pour dessert)
Meaning
A light dessert topping made from whipped egg whites and sugar.
Example
She decorated the pie with a fluffy meringue topping.
Elle a décoré la tarte avec une couche de meringue légère.
A1 pronoun /miː/

me

moi
Meaning
Used by a speaker to refer to themselves as the object of a verb or preposition.
Example
She gave me a beautiful gift.
Elle m'a donné un beau cadeau.
C2 noun /ˈmaɪkrəˌkɒzəm/

microcosm

microcosme
Meaning
A small, representative system having analogies to a larger system; a miniature version of something.
Example
The small town is a microcosm of the entire nation.
La petite ville est un microcosme de toute la nation.
C2 noun /ˈmʌs.tərd liːf/

Mustard leaf

feuille de moutarde
Meaning
green leafy vegetable from the mustard plant; edible leaves used in cooking
Example
We cooked mustard leaf with fish in a traditional Bengali curry.
Nous avons cuisiné des feuilles de moutarde avec du poisson dans un curry bengali traditionnel.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 /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.
A2 noun /mæθ/

math

mathématiques
Meaning
The study of numbers, quantities, and shapes, also called mathematics.
Example
She is very good at math.
Elle est très bonne en mathématiques.
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.
B1 adjective /ˈmæsɪv/

Massive

massif; extrêmement grand; énorme en taille ou en quantité
Meaning
extremely large; huge in size or amount
Example
The company made a massive profit this year.
L'entreprise a réalisé un bénéfice massif cette année.
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.
B2 noun /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪvjər/

misbehavior

mauvais comportement
Meaning
bad or improper behavior
Example
The teacher punished the student for his misbehavior.
L'enseignant a puni l'étudiant pour son mauvais comportement.
A2 noun /mæp/

map

carte
Meaning
a drawing that shows the features of an area of land or sea
Example
He studied the map before starting his journey.
Il a étudié la carte avant de commencer son voyage.
C2 noun /mjuːz/

mews

impasse/rue étroite
Meaning
A row or street of houses or apartments that have been converted from stables or built to look like former stables.
Example
They rented a small flat in a quiet London mews.
Ils ont loué un petit appartement dans un mews tranquille de Londres.
C1 noun /ˈmjʊr.əl/

Mural

fresque murale
Meaning
a painting or artwork applied directly on a wall or ceiling
Example
The artist painted a beautiful mural on the school wall.
L'artiste a peint une magnifique fresque sur le mur de l'école.
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.
C1 adjective /mʌnˈdeɪn/

mundane

ordinaire
Meaning
lacking interest or excitement; dull and ordinary
Example
She tried to escape her mundane routine by traveling.
Elle a essayé d'échapper à sa routine ordinaire en voyageant.
A2 verb /ˈmɪsɪŋ/

missing

disparu
Meaning
Being without or lacking; failing to be present or included.
Example
Many youths are missing economic opportunities.
De nombreux jeunes manquent des opportunités économiques.
C2 adjective /mæɡˈnæn.ɪ.məs/

magnanimous

magnanime, généreux, indulgent
Meaning
Very kind and generous, especially towards a rival or someone less powerful than oneself.
Example
His magnanimous nature made him respected by all.
Sa nature magnanime lui a permis d'être respecté de tous.
A2 adverb /ˈmoʊstli/

Mostly

principalement; en majorité; habituellement
Meaning
mainly; for the most part; usually
Example
The students are mostly from local schools.
Les étudiants viennent principalement des écoles locales.
C2 adjective ˌmɛɡəˈlɪθɪk

megalithic

mégalithique
Meaning
Relating to or denoting prehistoric monuments made of or containing large stones.
Example
The megalithic structures in ancient civilizations are fascinating.
Les structures mégalithiques dans les civilisations anciennes sont fascinantes.
C1 noun /mɪkst ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

mixed economy

économie mixte
Meaning
An economic system where both government and private sector operate together.
Example
Most countries today follow a mixed economy model.
De nos jours, la plupart des pays suivent un modèle économique mixte.
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.
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 /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.
C2 noun /ˈmʌŋɡrəl/

mongrel

chien bâtard
Meaning
A dog of mixed breed; sometimes used to describe something mixed or of inferior quality.
Example
The stray dog was a friendly mongrel.
Le chien errant était un chien bâtard amical.
C2 noun, verb /ˈmaɪər/

mire

marécage / enchevêtrement
Meaning
A stretch of swampy or boggy ground; as a verb, to entangle or involve someone in a difficult situation.
Example
The car was stuck in the mire after the heavy rain.
La voiture est restée coincée dans la boue après la forte pluie.
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.
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.
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.
C1 noun /ˈmeɪsən/

mason

maçon
Meaning
a person skilled in building with stone, brick, or concrete
Example
The mason carefully laid the bricks for the new house.
Le maçon a soigneusement posé les briques pour la nouvelle maison.
B2 noun /mɪkst ˈkʌlər/

Mixed colour

couleur mélangée
Meaning
a color created by combining two or more different colors
Example
The mixed colour created a beautiful gradient on the canvas.
La couleur mélangée a créé un joli dégradé sur la toile.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈmaʊntɪnəs/

Mountainous

montagneux
Meaning
having many mountains; characterized by mountains
Example
The mountainous region was difficult to travel through.
La région montagneuse était difficile à traverser.
C1 verb /ˌmɪsɪnˈtɜːrprɪt/

misinterpret

malinterpréter
Meaning
to understand or explain something wrongly
Example
He misinterpreted her silence as agreement.
Il a mal interprété son silence comme un accord.
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.
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.
C1 adjective /ˌmet.əˈbɒl.ɪk/

metabolic

métabolique
Meaning
Relating to the chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.
Example
Regular exercise enhances metabolic efficiency.
L'exercice régulier améliore l'efficacité métabolique.
C2 noun /ˈmɪstəs/

Mengra / Mystus

silure bagride
Meaning
a genus of catfish found in Asia, commonly known as bagrid catfish
Example
The mystus fish is commonly found in rivers and streams of South Asia.
Le poisson Mystus se trouve couramment dans les rivières et les ruisseaux d'Asie du Sud.
A2 adjective /ˈmærid/

Married

marié
Meaning
having a husband or wife
Example
She is married to a doctor.
Elle est mariée à un médecin.
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.
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.
C2 adjective /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/

metaphysical

métaphysique
Meaning
Relating to the branch of philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality and existence.
Example
He spent years studying metaphysical questions about life and being.
Il a passé des années à étudier des questions métaphysiques sur la vie et l'être.
C1 noun /ˈmaʊθ.fʊl/

mouthful

bouchée
Meaning
the amount of food or drink that fills the mouth, or a long and difficult word or phrase
Example
He took a big mouthful of water after the run.
Il a pris une grande bouchée d'eau après la course.
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 noun ˌmɪs.kənˈsɛp.ʃən

misconception

idée fausse
Meaning
A wrong idea or false understanding about something.
Example
There is a common misconception that success happens overnight.
Il existe une idée fausse commune selon laquelle le succès se produit du jour au lendemain.
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.
C1 noun /ˈmɑː.kɪt ˌpen.ɪˈtreɪ.ʃən/

Market Penetration

pénétration du marché
Meaning
A measure of the amount of sales or adoption of a product or service compared to the total theoretical market for that product or service.
Example
High market penetration ensures competitive dominance.
Une forte pénétration du marché assure la domination concurrentielle.
C2 adjective /məˈlɛfɪsənt/

maleficent

maléfique
Meaning
Causing harm or destruction, especially by supernatural means.
Example
The maleficent witch cursed the young princess.
La sorcière maléfique a maudit la jeune princesse.
A1 title /ˈmɪstər/

mr

M.
Meaning
a title used before a man's name
Example
Mr. Rahman is our new teacher.
M. Rahman est notre nouveau professeur.
C2 adjective /ˈmɜːrkəntaɪl/

mercantile

commercial
Meaning
related to trade or commerce
Example
The city grew rapidly due to its mercantile activities.
La ville a rapidement prospéré grâce à ses activités mercantiles.
C2 noun /ˈmeɪdənˌhʊd/

maidenhood

jeunesse
Meaning
The state of being a maiden; girlhood or virginity.
Example
The poem celebrated the innocence of maidenhood.
Le poème a célébré l'innocence de la jeunesse.
B1 noun /məˈskiː.toʊ/

Mosquito

moustique
Meaning
a small flying insect that bites people and animals to feed on their blood
Example
The mosquito bit me on the arm last night.
Le moustique m'a piqué sur le bras hier soir.
C2 noun /ˈmaɪ.nə/

Mynah

maina
Meaning
a tropical bird with dark feathers that can mimic human speech
Example
The mynah bird repeated every word I said.
L'oiseau maina a répété chaque mot que j'ai dit.
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 /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.
B1 noun /ˈmem.bə.ʃɪp/

membership

adhésion
Meaning
The state of belonging to or being part of an organization or group.
Example
The country's membership in the organization marked 50 years.
L'adhésion du pays à l'organisation a marqué 50 ans.
C1 noun ˈmaɪ.krəʊˌnjuː.tri.ənts

micronutrients

micronutriments
Meaning
Essential nutrients required by organisms in small quantities throughout life to orchestrate a range of physiological functions.
Example
Micronutrients are essential for cellular function.
Les micronutriments sont essentiels au bon fonctionnement cellulaire.
C1 adjective məˈθɒd.ɪ.kəl

methodical

méthodique
Meaning
Done according to a systematic or established procedure; orderly and systematic.
Example
His methodical research produced reliable results.
Ses recherches méthodiques ont produit des résultats fiables.
B2 noun /mjuːl/

Mule

mule
Meaning
the offspring of a donkey and a horse, used as a working animal
Example
The farmer used a mule to carry heavy loads.
Le fermier a utilisé une mule pour transporter de lourdes charges.
A2 noun /ˈmɒn.stər/

Monster

monstre; personne cruelle
Meaning
a large, ugly, and frightening imaginary creature; a cruel person
Example
The children were scared of the monster under the bed.
Les enfants avaient peur du monstre sous le lit.
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 adjective /ˈmɔːrbɪd/

morbid

intérêt anormal pour des sujets perturbants ou désagréables
Meaning
Having an abnormal interest in disturbing or unpleasant subjects such as death or disease.
Example
She had a morbid fascination with crime stories.
Elle avait une fascination morbide pour les histoires de crime.
C2 noun /ˈmeɪlstrəm/

maelstrom

tourbillon
Meaning
A powerful whirlpool in the sea or a situation of confused movement and turmoil.
Example
The ship was caught in a maelstrom of waves and wind.
Le navire a été pris dans un tourbillon de vagues et de vent.
C1 noun /meɪn/

mane

crinière
Meaning
the long hair growing on the neck of a horse, lion, or other animal
Example
The lion shook its thick mane proudly.
Le lion secoua sa crinière épaisse avec fierté.
C2 adjective /ˈmɛdəlsəm/

meddlesome

mélangeant
Meaning
fond of interfering in other people’s affairs
Example
She found her neighbor to be meddlesome and annoying.
Elle a trouvé son voisin envahissant et agaçant.
C2 noun /ˈmɒnəɡrɑːf/

monograph

monographie
Meaning
A detailed written study of a single specialized subject or aspect of it.
Example
The professor published a monograph on ancient pottery.
Le professeur a publie une monographie sur la poterie antique.
C1 noun /ˈmɪl.ɪ.tənt/

Militant

militant
Meaning
A person who uses aggressive or violent methods to promote a political or social cause
Example
The militant group demanded immediate political reforms.
Le groupe militant a exigé des réformes politiques immédiates.
C1 noun /ˈmʌf.lər/

Muffler

écharpe
Meaning
a long strip of cloth worn around the neck for warmth
Example
She wrapped a warm muffler around her neck before going outside.
Elle a enroulé une écharpe chaude autour de son cou avant de sortir.
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.
C2 adjective /ˈmɒtld/

mottled

tacheté
Meaning
Marked with spots, streaks, or blotches of different shades or colors.
Example
The snake's mottled skin helped it blend into the forest floor.
La peau tachetée du serpent l'a aidé à se fondre dans le sol de la forêt.
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.
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.
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.
B1 noun /ˈmɪk.sər/

Mixer

mixeur
Meaning
an electric kitchen appliance used for mixing, beating, and whipping ingredients
Example
The chef used a mixer to prepare the cake batter.
Le chef a utilisé un mixeur pour préparer la pâte à gâteau.
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.'
A2 noun /ˈmeɪkɪŋ/

making

création
Meaning
the process of producing or constructing something
Example
The making of the movie took over two years.
La création du film a pris plus de deux ans.
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.
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.
B1 noun, verb /ˈmɜːrdər/

murder

meurtre
Meaning
the unlawful killing of a person; to kill someone unlawfully and intentionally
Example
The detective investigated the murder that shocked the town.
Le détective a enquêté sur le meurtre qui a choqué la ville.
C1 adjective /məˈtɜːrnəl/

Maternal

maternel
Meaning
relating to a mother; motherly
Example
She showed maternal care towards the orphan child.
Elle a montré des soins maternels envers l'enfant orphelin.
C1 noun /mɔːs/

Moss

mousse
Meaning
a small flowerless plant that grows in clumps in moist places
Example
Green moss covered the old stone wall.
La mousse verte recouvrait le vieux mur de pierre.
C1 noun /ˈmæk.ər.əl/

Mackerel

maquereau
Meaning
a streamlined marine fish with a forked tail and wavy stripes
Example
Mackerel is rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
Le maquereau est riche en acides gras oméga-3.
C1 adjective /ˈmænɪfoʊld/

Manifold

multiples
Meaning
many and of several different types; multiple; various
Example
The project has manifold benefits for the community.
Le projet présente de multiples avantages pour la communauté.
C1 noun /mælˈpræktɪs/

Malpractice

malpratique
Meaning
Improper, illegal, or negligent professional behavior
Example
The surgeon was sued for malpractice after the failed operation.
Le chirurgien a été poursuivi pour malpratique après l'échec de l'opération.
C1 noun /ˈmeɪ.triˌɑːrk/

matriarch

matriarche
Meaning
A woman who is the head of a family or community.
Example
The matriarch of the family made all important decisions.
La matriarche de la famille a pris toutes les decisions importantes.
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 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.
C2 noun /mɪlk raɪs/

Milk rice

riz au lait
Meaning
A sweet dessert made from rice cooked with milk and sugar
Example
My grandmother makes delicious milk rice for special occasions.
Ma grand-mère prépare un délicieux riz au lait pour des occasions spéciales.
C1 noun /mɑːrʃ/

Marsh

marais
Meaning
An area of low-lying land that is flooded in wet seasons or at high tide
Example
The endangered birds built their nests in the protected marsh.
Les oiseaux en danger ont construit leurs nids dans le marais protégé.
B1 noun /ˈmʌs.əl/

Muscle

muscle
Meaning
a body tissue consisting of fibers that can contract to produce movement
Example
Regular exercise helps strengthen your muscle.
L'exercice régulier aide à renforcer votre muscle.
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 /ˈmɪlɪtəˌrɪzəm/

militarism

militarisme
Meaning
The belief in maintaining a strong military and using it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
Example
The rise of militarism in the region caused tension among neighboring countries.
L'essor du militarisme dans la région a provoqué des tensions entre les pays voisins.
B2 adjective /ˈmɒdɪst/

modest

modeste
Meaning
Having or showing a humble estimate of one’s importance; simple and not extravagant.
Example
She lives in a modest house in the countryside.
Elle vit dans une maison modeste à la campagne.
C2 noun /ˈmʌstərd ɔɪl/

Mustard Oil

huile de moutarde
Meaning
oil extracted from mustard seeds, commonly used for cooking and medicinal purposes
Example
We use mustard oil for cooking vegetables in our kitchen.
Nous utilisons de l'huile de moutarde pour cuisiner des légumes dans notre cuisine.
A1 noun /ˈmʌni/

money

bonheur
Meaning
A medium of exchange in the form of coins and banknotes; wealth or financial resources.
Example
He saved enough money to buy a new car.
Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
C2 noun /ˌmjuːtəˈbɪləti/

mutablility

mutabilité (faute d'orthographe)
Meaning
A misspelled form of 'mutability', meaning the quality of being changeable.
Example
The document contained the misspelled word 'mutablility' instead of 'mutability'.
Le document contenait le mot mal écrit 'mutablility' au lieu de 'mutability'.
C1 noun /ˈmeɪ.trɪks/

matrix

matrice, structure
Meaning
An environment or structure in which something develops; also a mathematical array of numbers.
Example
The cultural matrix shaped his worldview.
La matrice culturelle a façonné sa vision du monde.