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B2 adjective /pəˈθet.ɪk/

Pathetic

pathétique; lamentable
Meaning
arousing pity; extremely poor or inadequate
Example
His pathetic attempt to apologize made things worse.
Son effort pathétique pour s'excuser a empiré les choses.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈvɛntɪv/

inventive

inventif
Meaning
Having the ability to create or design new things or to think originally.
Example
The inventor was known for his inventive solutions to everyday problems.
L'inventeur était connu pour ses solutions inventives aux problèmes quotidiens.
C2 adjective /ˈhɔːrtətɔːri/

hortatory

hortatoire
Meaning
Intended to encourage or urge to action.
Example
The manager’s hortatory words inspired the team to work harder.
Les paroles exhortantes du directeur ont inspiré l'équipe à travailler plus dur.
B1 noun /ʃrɪmp/

Shrimp

crevette
Meaning
a small marine crustacean with a slender body and long legs
Example
We ordered grilled shrimp with garlic butter for dinner.
Nous avons commandé des crevettes grillées avec du beurre à l'ail pour le dîner.
B2 noun /ɪkˈses/

Excess

excès; surplus
Meaning
an amount of something that is more than necessary, permitted, or desirable
Example
The excess food from the party was donated to the local shelter.
Les excédents de nourriture de la fête ont été donnés au refuge local.
B1 noun /ˈkɔːrɪdɔːr/

corridor

un long passage reliant plusieurs pièces
Meaning
a long passage in a building from which doors lead into rooms
Example
The students waited quietly in the corridor.
Les étudiants attendaient tranquillement dans le corridor.
B2 noun /ˈkoʊ.brə/

Cobra

cobra
Meaning
a venomous snake with a hood that can be spread when threatened
Example
The cobra raised its hood and hissed at the intruder.
Le cobra a levé sa capuche et a sifflé à l'intrus.
C1 noun /riːk/

Reek

sentir mauvais; dégager une forte impression de quelque chose de désagréable ou indésirable
Meaning
to have a very unpleasant smell; to give a strong impression of something unpleasant or undesirable
Example
The garbage can reeks of rotten food.
La poubelle dégage une odeur de nourriture pourrie.
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.
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 noun /ˈkɪdni/

Kidney

rein
Meaning
either of a pair of organs that filter waste products from the blood and produce urine
Example
Drinking plenty of water helps keep your kidneys healthy.
Boire suffisamment d'eau aide à garder vos reins en bonne santé.
B2 noun /dɪˈsen.dənt/

Descendant

descendant
Meaning
a person who is descended from a particular ancestor; offspring of a later generation
Example
She discovered that she was a descendant of European royalty through genealogy research.
Elle a découvert qu'elle était une descendante de la royauté européenne grâce à la recherche généalogique.
C1 noun ɪˌræd.ɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

eradication

éradication
Meaning
The complete destruction or elimination of something unwanted.
Example
Carbon eradication is a key goal of the project.
L'éradication du carbone est un objectif clé du projet.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈɡreɪnd/

ingrained

enraciné
Meaning
Firmly fixed or established; deeply rooted and difficult to change.
Example
His ingrained habits were hard to break.
Ses habitudes enracinées étaient difficiles à briser.
A2 noun /ˈtoʊstər/

Toaster

grille-pain
Meaning
an electric appliance used for toasting bread slices
Example
I put two slices of bread in the toaster for breakfast.
J'ai mis deux tranches de pain dans le grille-pain pour le petit-déjeuner.
C1 verb /ˈluːbrɪkeɪt/

lubricate

lubrifier
Meaning
to apply oil or grease to reduce friction between surfaces
Example
The mechanic lubricated the car engine parts.
Le mécanicien a lubrifié les pièces du moteur de la voiture.
B2 adverb /əˈlɔːŋ.saɪd/

Alongside

à côté; à proximité;
Meaning
beside; next to; together with
Example
She walked alongside her friend through the park.
Elle marchait à côté de son ami dans le parc.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈendɪŋ/

Unending

sans fin
Meaning
continuing forever; without end
Example
The unending rain made the day feel gloomy.
La pluie sans fin a rendu la journée morose.
B1 noun /dɪˈmænd/

Demand

demande; désir des consommateurs pour des biens ou des services
Meaning
an urgent request; the desire of consumers for goods or services
Example
The demand for organic food has increased significantly in recent years.
La demande de produits alimentaires biologiques a considérablement augmenté ces dernières années.
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 noun ɪˈlɪtərəsi

illiteracy

illettrisme
Meaning
The inability to read and write; lack of education or knowledge in a particular area.
Example
Illiteracy often leads to poverty and unemployment.
L'illettrisme conduit souvent à la pauvreté et au chômage.
B2 adverb /ˈbrɔːdli/

broadly

généralement
Meaning
in a general or wide manner.
Example
The rules are broadly similar across all regions.
Les règles sont globalement similaires dans toutes les régions.
B1 verb /loʊˈkeɪt/

locate

localiser
Meaning
to find the exact position or place of something
Example
They managed to locate the missing keys under the couch.
Ils ont réussi à localiser les clés perdues sous le canapé.
C2 adjective /ʌnˈkɒnʃənəbl/

unconscionable

injustifiable
Meaning
shockingly unfair or unreasonable
Example
The company made unconscionable profits from the crisis.
L'entreprise a réalisé des bénéfices injustifiables pendant la crise.
C1 noun /ˈmɪd.əl.mæn/

Middleman

intermédiaire
Meaning
A person who acts as an intermediary between two parties in a business transaction
Example
They decided to cut out the middleman and sell directly to customers.
Ils ont décidé de se passer de l'intermédiaire et de vendre directement aux clients.
B2 noun, verb /rɪər/

rear

arrière / élever
Meaning
the back part of something; to bring up or raise children or animals
Example
The mother cat reared her kittens in a quiet corner.
La mère chatte a élevé ses chatons dans un coin tranquille.
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzɜrt/

exert

exercer
Meaning
to apply or bring to bear; to use physical or mental effort
Example
He exerted all his strength to lift the heavy box.
Il a exercé toute sa force pour soulever la boîte lourde.
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.
B2 verb /ˌdɪskəˈnɛkt/

disconnect

déconnecter
Meaning
to detach or separate from a connection or source
Example
Please disconnect the charger from the power outlet.
veuillez déconnecter le chargeur de la prise électrique
B1 noun /ˈlɪk.wɪd/

Liquid

liquide
Meaning
a substance that flows freely but is of constant volume, having a consistency like that of water or oil
Example
Water is a liquid at room temperature.
L'eau est un liquide à température ambiante.
C2 verb /pɔːrˈtɛnd/

portend

présager
Meaning
To be a sign or warning that something, especially something bad, is going to happen.
Example
Dark clouds portend a storm.
Les nuages sombres présagent une tempête.
A1 verb /let/

let

laisser
Meaning
to allow someone to do something; to give permission
Example
Please let me help you with that task.
S'il vous plaît, laissez-moi vous aider dans cette tâche.
A2 noun /stɛps/

steps

étapes
Meaning
A measure or action, especially one of a series taken in order to deal with or achieve a particular thing.
Example
Taking small steps reduces overwhelm.
Faire de petits pas réduit la surcharge.
B2 noun trænˈzɪʃ.ən

transition

transition
Meaning
The process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.
Example
The transition from fossil fuels to renewables is vital.
La transition des combustibles fossiles aux énergies renouvelables est essentielle.
B1 noun ɡrəʊθ

Growth

croissance
Meaning
The process of increasing in physical size, number, value, or strength.
Example
Economic growth improves living conditions.
La croissance économique améliore les conditions de vie.
A2 noun /hɒt drɪŋk/

Hot-drink

boisson chaude
Meaning
a warm or heated beverage consumed for refreshment or comfort
Example
I prefer a hot drink like tea or coffee in the morning.
Je préfère une boisson chaude comme du thé ou du café le matin.
C1 verb /ˈnʌrɪʃ/

nourish

nourrir
Meaning
To provide with food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition
Example
Good books nourish the mind.
Les bons livres nourrissent l'esprit.
C1 adjective /rɪˈpjuː.t̬ɪd/

Reputed

réputé; célèbre
Meaning
generally said or believed to be; having a particular reputation
Example
He is reputed to be one of the best doctors in the country.
Il est réputé être l'un des meilleurs médecins du pays.
B2 verb /sniːk/

sneak

se faufiler
Meaning
to move quietly and secretly to avoid being noticed
Example
He tried to sneak into the house without waking anyone.
Il a essayé de se faufiler dans la maison sans réveiller personne.
B2 noun /biːd/

Bead

perle
Meaning
a small round object with a hole through it for threading
Example
She made a necklace with colorful beads.
Elle a fabriqué un collier avec des perles colorées.
C2 adjective /ˈlaɪðsəm/

lithesome

souple et gracieux
Meaning
gracefully flexible and supple
Example
Her lithesome figure allowed her to move like a ballerina.
Sa silhouette souple lui permettait de bouger comme une ballerine.
C2 verb /ˈsɪbəleɪt/

sibilate

prononcer avec un sifflement
Meaning
To pronounce with a hissing sound.
Example
The actor sibilated his lines for dramatic effect.
L'acteur a prononcé ses répliques avec un sifflement pour un effet dramatique.
A2 noun /nek/

Neck

cou
Meaning
the part of the body connecting the head to the shoulders
Example
She wore a beautiful necklace around her neck.
Elle portait un joli collier autour de son cou.
A2 noun /ɡɒlf/

golf

bonheur
Meaning
A game in which players use clubs to hit a ball into a series of holes on a course in as few strokes as possible.
Example
He spends his weekends playing golf with his friends.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B2 noun /dɪkˈteɪtə/

dictator

dictateur
Meaning
a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force
Example
The dictator ruled the country with an iron fist.
Le dictateur dirigeait le pays d'une main de fer.
A2 verb /ɪkˈsaɪt/

excite

exciter
Meaning
to cause strong feelings of enthusiasm or eagerness
Example
The idea of traveling abroad excites her.
L'idée de voyager à l'étranger l'excite.
B2 noun /dʒɜːm/

germ

microbe
Meaning
a microscopic organism, especially one that causes disease
Example
Washing your hands helps prevent the spread of germs.
Se laver les mains aide à prévenir la propagation des microbes.
A2 adverb /ˌɛniˈmɔr/

anymore

plus
Meaning
used to refer to the present time, typically to mean no longer
Example
He doesn’t live here anymore.
Il ne vit plus ici.
B1 noun /kəʊst/

Coast

côte
Meaning
the part of the land near the sea; the edge of the land
Example
We drove along the coast to enjoy the view.
Nous avons conduit le long de la côte pour profiter de la vue.
B2 adjective /ˈlætər/

latter

le second
Meaning
the second of two people or things mentioned
Example
Between tea and coffee, I prefer the latter.
Entre le thé et le café, je préfère le second.
C2 noun /ɪksˈtʃɛkər/

exchequer

trésorerie
Meaning
The treasury of a state or country.
Example
The government announced new measures to improve the exchequer.
Le gouvernement a annoncé de nouvelles mesures pour améliorer la trésorerie.
C1 noun /bəˈtæljən/

battalion

bataillon
Meaning
A large body of soldiers ready for battle, typically consisting of several companies.
Example
The battalion was deployed to the front line.
Le bataillon a été déployé sur la ligne de front.
C2 noun /hɔːɡ plʌm/

Hog plum

prune de hog
Meaning
tropical fruit with yellow skin and sour taste
Example
Hog plums are often used to make pickles and chutneys.
Les prunes de hog sont souvent utilisées pour faire des cornichons et des chutneys.
C2 adjective /ˈbaɪ.fərˌkeɪ.tɪd/

bifurcated

divisé en deux parties
Meaning
Divided into two branches or parts.
Example
The river became bifurcated as it flowed around the island.
Le fleuve est devenu bifurqué en deux parties lorsqu'il a traversé l'île.
C1 adjective /ɪˈstiːmd/

Esteemed

estimé
Meaning
respected and admired; held in high regard
Example
He is an esteemed professor at the university.
Il est un professeur estimé à l'université.
B2 adjective səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl

sustainable

durable
Meaning
Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level; conserving an ecological balance.
Example
Sustainable practices mitigate environmental impact.
Les pratiques durables atténuent l'impact environnemental.
C1 noun /ˈsɪndɪkət/

syndicate

syndicat
Meaning
A group of individuals or organizations combined to promote a common interest or carry out a business venture.
Example
A syndicate of investors bought the struggling company.
Un syndicat d'investisseurs a acheté l'entreprise en difficulté.
B1 noun /ruːt/

route

itinéraire
Meaning
a way or course taken to get from one place to another
Example
The best route to the airport is through the highway.
Le meilleur itinéraire pour se rendre à l'aéroport passe par l'autoroute.
B2 adjective /ˈfoʊni/

phony

faux, trompeur
Meaning
not genuine; fraudulent or insincere
Example
He gave a phony smile to hide his true feelings.
Il a donné un faux sourire pour cacher ses véritables sentiments.
C2 adjective /ˈklɛmənt/

clement

clément / doux
Meaning
mild or merciful; describing weather as mild and pleasant
Example
The prisoners hoped for a clement judge.
Les prisonniers espéraient un juge clément.
C2 noun /əˈnɔɪnt.mənt/

anointment

onction
Meaning
The act of anointing, usually with oil, as part of a ritual or ceremony.
Example
The anointment of the new leader was a sacred ritual.
L'onction du nouveau leader était un rituel sacré.
C1 noun /ˌlaɪ.sənˈsiː/

Licensee

titulaire de la licence
Meaning
a person or organization that holds a license to do something
Example
The licensee is responsible for following all regulations.
Le titulaire de la licence est responsable du respect de toutes les réglementations.
C1 phrase ˌkæt.əˈɡɒr.ɪ.kəl.i rɪˈfjuː.tɪd

categorically refuted

totalement réfuté
Meaning
Completely and absolutely denied or disproved.
Example
The claims were categorically refuted by officials.
Les revendications ont été catégoriquement réfutées par les responsables.
C2 adjective /ˈdɛdˌpæn/

deadpan

impassible
Meaning
Deliberately impassive or expressionless in manner.
Example
She delivered the joke in a completely deadpan voice.
Elle a livré la blague avec une voix complètement impassible.
B2 noun /ˌsɒl.ɪˈdær.ə.ti/

Solidarity

solidarité
Meaning
unity or agreement of feeling or action among individuals with a common interest
Example
The workers showed solidarity during the strike.
les travailleurs ont montré de la solidarité pendant la grève.
C1 noun, verb /ɡliːm/

gleam

éclat
Meaning
a small or brief shining light; to shine softly
Example
A gleam of hope appeared in her eyes.
Un éclat d'espoir est apparu dans ses yeux.
C2 noun /dɪˈtrækʃən/

detraction

détournement
Meaning
The act of belittling or taking away from the value of something.
Example
Her constant detraction of others made her unpopular.
Sa constante dévalorisation des autres l'a rendue impopulaire.
C1 noun /rɪˈkluːs/

recluse

reclus
Meaning
A person who lives alone and avoids other people; someone who lives a solitary life.
Example
The old man lived as a recluse in the mountains.
L'homme âgé vivait comme un reclus dans les montagnes.
C1 noun /ˈwiː.vər bɜːd/

Weaver bird

oiseau tisserand
Meaning
a small bird that builds elaborate woven nests from grass and twigs
Example
The weaver bird skillfully constructs its intricate nest.
L'oiseau tisserand construit habilement son nid complexe
C1 adjective /dɪˈsɜːrnəbl/

discernible

discernable
Meaning
able to be seen, recognized, or understood
Example
There was a discernible change in his behavior.
Il y a eu un changement discernable dans son comportement.
C1 verb /ˌkɒntrəˈviːn/

contravene

contrevenir
Meaning
to go against or act in opposition to a law, rule, or agreement
Example
He contravened the safety regulations and was fined.
Il a contrevenu aux règles de sécurité et a été amende.
C2 noun /ˈnɛkrəˌmænsi/

necromancy

nécromancie
Meaning
the practice of communicating with the dead, often to predict the future
Example
Ancient texts described rituals of necromancy performed by priests.
Les anciens textes décrivent les rituels de nécromancie pratiqués par les prêtres.
B1 adjective /ˈhæn.səm/

handsome

bonheur
Meaning
attractive in appearance, usually referring to men; also can mean generous or impressive in size.
Example
He looked very handsome in his new suit.
Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur quand elle a reçu le prix.
B2 noun /beɪ liːf/

Bay leaf

feuille de laurier
Meaning
dried aromatic leaf of the bay laurel tree used as a culinary herb
Example
Add a bay leaf to the soup for extra flavor.
Ajoutez une feuille de laurier à la soupe pour plus de saveur.
B2 noun /tsuːˈnɑː.mi/

tsunami

tsunami
Meaning
a large sea wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption
Example
The tsunami devastated the coastal town, leaving thousands homeless.
Le tsunami a dévasté la ville côtière, laissant des milliers de personnes sans abri.
B2 verb /pəˈtroʊl/

patrol

patrouiller
Meaning
to move around an area to watch or guard it
Example
The police patrol the streets at night to ensure safety.
La police patrouille les rues la nuit pour assurer la sécurité.
B2 adjective /hɪˈlɛəriəs/

hilarious

extrêmement drôle
Meaning
Extremely funny or amusing.
Example
The comedian told a hilarious story that had everyone laughing.
Le comédien a raconté une histoire extrêmement drôle qui a fait rire tout le monde.
A2 adjective /ʌnˈlʌki/

Unlucky

malchanceux; de mauvaise chance
Meaning
having bad luck; unfortunate
Example
He was unlucky to miss the winning shot.
Il était malchanceux de manquer le tir gagnant.
A1 adjective /naɪs/

Nice

agréable; joli; satisfaisant; attrayant
Meaning
pleasant; agreeable; satisfactory; good; attractive
Example
She wore a nice dress to the party.
Elle portait une belle robe à la fête.
C2 verb /kənˈtjuːz/

contuse

contusionner
Meaning
to bruise by striking or hitting
Example
He contused his arm when he fell off the bike.
Il s'est contusionné le bras lorsqu'il est tombé de son vélo.
A2 noun ɪˈmɜː.dʒən.si

emergency

urgence
Meaning
A sudden situation that is dangerous or serious and needs immediate attention or action.
Example
A financial emergency can arise at any time.
Une urgence financière peut survenir à tout moment.
B2 adjective /ˈhɑlːoʊ/

Hollow

creux; vide;
Meaning
having an empty space inside; lacking substance or meaning; insincere
Example
The hollow tree trunk provided shelter for small animals.
L'arbre creux a fourni un abri pour les petits animaux.
C1 verb /ˈdʒɜːrmɪneɪt/

germinate

bonheur
Meaning
To begin to grow or develop, especially referring to a seed.
Example
The seeds germinate quickly in moist soil.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B2 adjective /aʊtˈreɪdʒəs/

outrageous

scandaleux
Meaning
Shockingly bad or excessive; very unusual or amusing.
Example
The comedian told an outrageous joke.
Le comédien a raconté une blague scandaleuse.
C1 verb /ˈseɪ.vər/

savor

savourer pleinement
Meaning
To enjoy something completely, especially by dwelling on it.
Example
He savored every bite of the delicious cake.
Il savoura chaque bouchée du délicieux gâteau.
C2 noun /ˈæk.rɪ.moʊ.ni/

acrimony

acrimonie
Meaning
Bitterness and anger, especially in speech or behavior.
Example
The divorce was filled with acrimony and disputes.
Le divorce était rempli d'acrimonie et de disputes.
C1 noun /ˈtɜːrmɪnəs/

terminus

point final
Meaning
the final point or end of something, especially the final station on a railway line
Example
The train finally arrived at the terminus after a long journey.
Le train est finalement arrivé au terminus après un long voyage.
C2 adjective /ˈʌndjʊləs/

undulous

ondulé
Meaning
Having a wavy surface or form.
Example
The artist painted the undulous sea at sunset.
L'artiste a peint la mer ondulée au coucher du soleil.
A2 noun /ˈfer.i.teɪl/

Fairy-tale

conte de fées
Meaning
a children's story about magical and imaginary beings and lands
Example
Children love listening to fairy-tales before bedtime.
Les enfants adorent écouter des contes de fées avant de se coucher.
B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.bəl/

verbal

verbal, exprimé par des mots
Meaning
Relating to or in the form of words; spoken rather than written.
Example
Verbal communication is essential in most situations.
La communication verbale est essentielle dans la plupart des situations.
B1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒi/

apology

excuse
Meaning
a statement expressing regret for something wrong or hurtful
Example
He offered an apology for being late to the meeting.
Il a présenté des excuses pour être en retard à la réunion.
B2 noun ˈjuːnəti

unity

unité
Meaning
The state of being united or joined as a whole.
Example
Unity among people led to victory.
L'unité entre les gens a conduit à la victoire.
B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnsəti/

intensity

intensité
Meaning
The quality of being extreme, strong, or forceful in degree.
Example
The intensity of the storm frightened the villagers.
L'intensité de la tempête a effrayé les villageois.
A2 adjective /ɒd/

Odd

étrange; inhabituel; différent de ce qui est normal ou attendu
Meaning
strange; unusual; different from what is normal or expected
Example
That's an odd way to solve the problem.
C'est une façon étrange de résoudre le problème.
A2 noun /stɛp/

step

pas
Meaning
a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a new position
Example
She took a step towards the door.
She took a step towards the door.
C1 noun /ˈsaɪkiː/

psyche

âme / esprit
Meaning
the human soul, mind, or spirit
Example
The novel explores the depths of the human psyche.
Le roman explore les profondeurs de la psyché humaine.
C1 adjective ɔːɡˈmen.tɪd

augmented

augmenté, amélioré, élargi
Meaning
having been made greater in size or value.
Example
The new software provided augmented reality features.
Le nouveau logiciel a fourni des fonctionnalités de réalité augmentée.
C2 verb /ˌɪntərˈmɪt/

intermit

interrompre
Meaning
To suspend or stop for a time; to pause intermittently.
Example
The rain would intermit and then start again.
La pluie s'interromprait puis recommencerait.
A2 noun /ˈdeɪ.tə/

Data

données
Meaning
facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis; information in digital form
Example
Scientists analyzed the data from thousands of experiments to reach their conclusion.
Les scientifiques ont analysé les données provenant de milliers d'expériences pour arriver à leur conclusion.
C2 adjective /ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəl/

penitential

pénitent
Meaning
Relating to or expressing penitence or penance.
Example
The priest delivered a penitential sermon on forgiveness.
Le prêtre a donné un sermon pénitent sur le pardon.
A2 noun /ɡəˈrɪl.ə/

Gorilla

gorille
Meaning
a large powerful ape found in the forests of central Africa
Example
The gorilla beat its chest to show dominance.
Le gorille a frappé sa poitrine pour montrer sa domination.
B2 noun /joʊlk/

Yolk

jaune d'œuf
Meaning
the yellow internal part of a bird's egg, especially a hen's egg, which is rich in protein and fat
Example
She separated the egg white from the yolk.
Elle a séparé le blanc d'œuf du jaune d'œuf.
C2 noun/verb /ˈkɜːrtsi/

curtsy

révérence
Meaning
a respectful bow made by women by bending the knees with one foot in front of the other
Example
She gave a quick curtsy before leaving the stage.
Elle fit une rapide révérence avant de quitter la scène.
A2 noun /dʌk/

Duck

canard
Meaning
a waterbird with webbed feet and a broad flat bill
Example
The duck swam gracefully across the lake.
Le canard nage gracieusement à travers le lac.
C1 verb /ˈstaɪfəld/

stifled

étouffer
Meaning
to suppress, hold back, or prevent something from happening
Example
He stifled a laugh during the serious meeting.
Il a étouffé un rire pendant la réunion sérieuse.
B2 noun /kəmˈplek.ʃən/

Complexion

teint
Meaning
the natural color, texture, and appearance of a person's skin, especially on the face
Example
Her fair complexion glowed beautifully in the morning sunlight.
Sa peau claire brillait magnifiquement sous la lumière du matin.
B2 noun /ˈrɪb.ən/

ribbon

ruban
Meaning
a long, narrow strip of fabric used for tying or decoration
Example
She tied her hair with a red ribbon.
Elle a attaché ses cheveux avec un ruban rouge.
B2 noun /ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃən/

immigration

immigration
Meaning
the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country
Example
Immigration policies vary from country to country.
Les politiques d'immigration varient d'un pays à l'autre.
C1 verb /ˈlɛdʒɪsˌleɪt/

legislate

légiférer
Meaning
to make or enact laws
Example
The government plans to legislate new safety standards.
Le gouvernement prévoit de légiférer de nouvelles normes de sécurité.
C1 noun /ˈɛskəpeɪd/

escapade

aventure
Meaning
an adventurous, exciting, or reckless act
Example
Their summer escapade included camping and mountain climbing.
Leurs escapades estivales comprenaient du camping et de l'escalade en montagne.
B2 verb /kənˈvɜːs/

converse

converser
Meaning
to have a conversation; to talk together
Example
They conversed about literature for hours.
Ils ont conversé sur la littérature pendant des heures.
B2 noun /ˈvɛtərən/

veteran

personne expérimentée / ancien militaire
Meaning
a person who has long experience in a particular field or an ex-member of the armed forces
Example
He is a veteran of the software industry.
Il est un vétéran de l'industrie du logiciel.
B1 verb /ˈɪndɪkeɪt/

indicate

indiquer
Meaning
to point out; to show or suggest; to be a sign of
Example
The red light indicates that you should stop.
Le feu rouge indique que vous devez vous arrêter.
A2 noun /ˈsoʊʃəl ˈmiːdiə/

social media

réseaux sociaux
Meaning
Websites and applications that enable users to create and share content or to participate in social networking.
Example
Social media often causes delays.
Les médias sociaux causent souvent des retards.
C1 adjective /ˈnjuː.tri.ənt dɛns/

nutrient-dense

riche en nutriments
Meaning
Rich in nutrients and high nutritional value.
Example
Organic food is often more nutrient-dense than processed food.
Les aliments biologiques sont souvent plus riches en nutriments que les aliments transformés.
B2 noun /slæŋ/

Slang

argot; langage informel
Meaning
very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written
Example
The teenagers used slang that their parents couldn't understand.
Les adolescents ont utilisé du slang que leurs parents ne pouvaient pas comprendre.
B2 verb ˈfɔːr.mjə.leɪt

formulate

formuler
Meaning
To create or develop a plan or idea clearly and specifically, to construct an idea or strategy clearly.
Example
The company must formulate a strategy for expansion.
L'entreprise doit formuler une stratégie pour l'expansion.
C1 adjective /ˈluː.krə.tɪv/

lucrative

lucratif
Meaning
Producing a great deal of profit; highly profitable or financially rewarding.
Example
The real estate business is highly lucrative in urban areas.
Le marché immobilier est hautement lucratif dans les zones urbaines.
C1 noun ˈkɔː.pəs

corpus

une grande collection de données linguistiques utilisées pour l'analyse du langage
Meaning
A large collection of linguistic data used for language analysis and research.
Example
Linguists use a corpus to analyze language patterns.
Les linguistes utilisent un corpus pour analyser les modèles linguistiques.
C1 adjective /iːsˈθɛθɪkəl/

aesthetical

esthétique
Meaning
concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty; related to artistic taste or appearance
Example
The architect focused on the aesthetical balance of the building.
L’architecte s’est concentré sur l’équilibre esthétique du bâtiment.
B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

rapide; rapide; accéléré;
Meaning
happening in a short time or at a fast pace
Example
The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.
La croissance rapide de la technologie a changé nos vies quotidiennes.