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B2 verb /ˈpenɪtreɪt/

penetrate

pénétrer
Meaning
to go into or through something; to understand something deeply
Example
The bullet penetrated the wall.
La balle a pénétré le mur.
B2 noun /ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

proposition

proposition, plan
Meaning
A statement, idea, or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.
Example
The company made a business proposition to the investors.
L'entreprise a fait une proposition commerciale aux investisseurs.
B2 adjective /ˈpær.ə.lel/

Parallel

parallèle
Meaning
side by side and having the same distance continuously between them; similar or corresponding
Example
The two roads run parallel to each other for several miles.
Les deux routes courent parallèles l'une à l'autre sur plusieurs miles.
B2 verb /ˈpɪnpɔɪnt/

pinpoint

identifier avec précision
Meaning
to locate or identify something with precision
Example
The detective was able to pinpoint the exact location of the suspect.
Le détective a pu localiser l'emplacement exact du suspect.
B2 noun, adjective /ˌpəʊstˈɡrædʒuət/

postgraduate

étudiant de troisième cycle
Meaning
A student who has completed a first degree and is studying for a further degree.
Example
She is doing postgraduate research in physics.
Elle fait des recherches de troisième cycle en physique.
B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

plaider
Meaning
to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court
Example
She pleaded for mercy.
Elle plaida pour la miséricorde.
B2 noun /ˈpæntri/

pantry

garde-manger
Meaning
A small room or cupboard where food, dishes, and kitchen supplies are stored.
Example
She stocked the pantry with fresh groceries for the week.
Elle a rempli le garde-manger de provisions fraîches pour la semaine.
B2 noun /ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃən/

prohibition

interdiction
Meaning
The act of forbidding something by law or authority.
Example
The government announced the prohibition of smoking in public places.
Le gouvernement a annoncé l'interdiction de fumer dans les lieux publics.
B2 noun /ˈprɒbləm ˈsɒlvɪŋ/

problem-solving

résolution de problèmes
Meaning
The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.
Example
Problem-solving skills are key to leadership.
Les compétences en résolution de problèmes sont essentielles pour le leadership.
B2 noun /prəˈpɔːʃən/

proportion

proportion
Meaning
a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole
Example
The proportion of students passing the exam was high.
La proportion d'étudiants qui passent l'examen était élevée.
B2 verb praɪˈɒraɪtaɪz

prioritize

prioriser
Meaning
To designate or treat something as more important than other things
Example
Prioritize your tasks to stay efficient.
Priorisez vos tâches pour rester efficace.
B2 noun /pæd/

pad

bloc
Meaning
a small cushion or block of soft material; also a set of sheets of paper fastened together
Example
He wrote her phone number on a yellow pad.
Il a écrit son numéro de téléphone sur un bloc jaune.
B2 noun, verb /pɪə(r)/

peer

pair
Meaning
noun: a person of the same rank or status; verb: to look closely or with difficulty
Example
He tried to peer through the fog to see his peers on the other side.
Il a essayé de regarder à travers le brouillard pour voir ses pairs de l'autre côté.
B2 adjective /ˈpæsɪv/

passive

passif; (grammaire) voix passive
Meaning
not actively responding or participating; in grammar, denoting the voice in which the subject undergoes the action
Example
Instead of taking charge, he remained passive during the meeting.
Au lieu de prendre les rênes, il est resté passif lors de la réunion.
B2 noun /pænˈdɛmɪk/

pandemic

pandémie
Meaning
An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.
Example
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world dramatically.
La pandémie de COVID-19 a changé le monde de manière spectaculaire.
B2 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən/

Passion

passion
Meaning
strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling
Example
Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer.
Sa passion pour la musique l'a conduite à devenir chanteuse professionnelle.
B2 noun /pʌŋk/

punk

punk
Meaning
a type of popular music, or the culture associated with it, characterized by loud, fast rhythms and rebellious attitudes
Example
He’s always been into punk music and fashion.
Il a toujours été passionné par la musique punk et la mode.
B2 noun prɛsˈtiːʒ

prestige

prestige
Meaning
Widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something on the basis of a perception of their achievements or quality.
Example
The university has gained international prestige for its research.
L'université a gagné un prestige international grâce à sa recherche.
B2 adjective /ˈpɛti/

petty

insignifiant
Meaning
Of little importance or trivial; also describes a person overly concerned with small or unimportant matters.
Example
She often gets upset over the most petty things.
Elle se fâche souvent pour les choses les plus insignifiantes.
B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.rət/

Pirate

pirate
Meaning
a person who attacks and robs ships at sea; someone who uses or reproduces copyrighted material illegally
Example
The pirate ship was spotted near the coast.
Le navire pirate a été repéré près de la côte.
B2 adjective /prəˈnaʊnst/

pronounced

prononcé
Meaning
very noticeable or strongly marked
Example
There is a pronounced difference between the two styles.
Il y a une différence prononcée entre les deux styles.
B2 verb /pɔːˈtreɪ/

portray

dépeindre
Meaning
to describe or represent something or someone in a work of art or literature
Example
The novel portrays a vivid picture of life in the countryside.
Le roman dépeint une image vivante de la vie à la campagne.
B2 adjective /ˈpɒlɪʃt/

polished

soigné, raffiné et élégant
Meaning
refined, sophisticated, and elegant in appearance or behavior
Example
She gave a polished performance at the recital.
Elle a donné une performance soignée lors du récital.
B2 noun /prəˈvɪʒ.ən/

Provision

provision
Meaning
supplies of food and other necessary things; arrangement or preparation
Example
The government made provision for emergency supplies during the flood.
Le gouvernement a pris des dispositions pour les fournitures d'urgence pendant l'inondation.
B2 noun /ˈpɪm.pəl/

Pimple

bouton
Meaning
a small, inflamed elevation of the skin; a spot on the skin, especially on the face
Example
She was embarrassed about the pimple on her forehead.
Elle était gênée par le bouton sur son front.
B2 verb /pəˈluːt/

pollute

polluer
Meaning
to make air, water, or land dirty and harmful to people, animals, and plants
Example
Factories pollute the environment with toxic chemicals.
Les usines polluent l’environnement avec des produits chimiques toxiques.
B2 adjective /pəˈsɪs.tənt/

persistent

persistant
Meaning
continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period
Example
Despite many setbacks, her persistent efforts led to success.
Malgré de nombreux obstacles, ses efforts persistants ont conduit au succès.
B2 noun /ˈpæm.flət/

pamphlet

prospectus
Meaning
a small booklet or brochure containing information or arguments about a subject
Example
The health department distributed a pamphlet about nutrition.
Le département de la santé a distribué un prospectus sur la nutrition.
B2 noun ˈpærəˌlɛlz

parallels

parallèles
Meaning
Similarities or comparisons between two different things or situations
Example
There are parallels between Japan's aging issues and Bangladesh's situation.
Il existe des parallèles entre les problèmes de vieillissement du Japon et la situation du Bangladesh.
B2 noun /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

proximité
Meaning
Nearness in space, time, or relationship.
Example
The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.
La proximité de l'école à sa maison l'a rendue pratique.
B2 adjective /fəˈnɒmɪnəl/

phenomenal

phénoménal
Meaning
extraordinary, remarkable, or exceptional in a way that is very impressive
Example
The team achieved phenomenal success in the tournament.
L'équipe a obtenu un succès phénoménal dans le tournoi.
B2 adjective /prəˈtɛktɪv/

protective

protecteur
Meaning
giving or capable of giving protection; shielding from harm or danger
Example
She wore a protective helmet while riding her bike.
Elle portait un casque protecteur en faisant du vélo.
B2 noun /ˌpɜː.sɪˈvɪə.rəns/

perseverance

persévérance
Meaning
Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success
Example
His perseverance helped him achieve his dreams.
Sa persévérance l'a aidé à réaliser ses rêves.
B2 verb /prəˈkleɪm/

proclaim

proclamer
Meaning
to announce something publicly or officially, especially something important
Example
The president proclaimed a national day of mourning.
Le président a proclamé un jour national de deuil.
B2 verb, noun, adjective /prɑːmpt/

prompt

inciter / rapide
Meaning
To cause someone to take action; done without delay.
Example
His speech prompted the audience to ask questions.
Son discours a incité le public à poser des questions.
B2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪsɪŋ/

promising

prometteur
Meaning
showing signs of future success or potential
Example
She is a promising young scientist with great ideas.
Elle est une jeune scientifique prometteuse avec de grandes idées.
B2 noun pɛsts

pests

insectes nuisibles, ravageurs
Meaning
Harmful or troublesome creatures, especially insects or small animals that damage crops, food, or living spaces.
Example
Pests can damage crops and cause diseases.
Les insectes nuisibles peuvent endommager les cultures et causer des maladies.
B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

possession; propriété; contrôle
Meaning
something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something
Example
The house has been in their family's possession for generations.
La maison est dans la possession de leur famille depuis des générations.
B2 noun /ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

personnel

personnel
Meaning
People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.
Example
The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch.
L'entreprise embauche davantage de personnel pour sa nouvelle succursale.
B2 adjective /ˈpraɪ.ər/

Prior

préalable
Meaning
existing or coming before in time; previous; earlier
Example
You need prior approval before making any changes to the system.
Vous avez besoin d'une approbation préalable avant d'apporter des modifications au système.
B2 noun ˌfoʊ.t̬oʊˈsɪn.θə.sɪs

photosynthesis

photosynthèse
Meaning
The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide and water.
Example
Plants depend on photosynthesis for survival.
Les plantes dependent de la photosynthese pour leur survie.
B2 noun pəˈluː.tənts

pollutants

polluants
Meaning
A substance that pollutes or contaminates the environment.
Example
Pollutants contribute to environmental degradation.
Les polluants contribuent à la dégradation de l'environnement.
B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

pension
Meaning
a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability
Example
After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.
Après la retraite, il reçoit une pension mensuelle de l'entreprise.
B2 noun /ˈpælət/

palette

palette
Meaning
a thin board or surface on which an artist sets and mixes colors; also a range of colors used in art or design
Example
The artist mixed vibrant shades on her palette before starting the painting.
L'artiste a mélangé des teintes vibrantes sur sa palette avant de commencer la peinture.
B2 noun /ˈpiː.lər/

Peeler

éplucheur
Meaning
a kitchen tool used to remove the outer skin or peel from fruits and vegetables
Example
Use a peeler to remove the potato skin.
Utilisez un éplucheur pour enlever la peau de la pomme de terre.
B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tɪ.klz/

particles

particules
Meaning
Minute portions of matter.
Example
PM2.5 particles harm respiratory health.
Les particules PM2.5 nuisent à la santé respiratoire.
B2 adverb /pɪˈkju:.li.ə.li/

Peculiarly

de manière étrange; de manière inhabituelle
Meaning
in a strange or unusual way; in a manner that is distinctive or characteristic
Example
She dressed peculiarly for the formal dinner, wearing bright colors and unusual patterns.
Elle s'est habillée de manière particulière pour le dîner formel, portant des couleurs vives et des motifs inhabituels.
B2 verb /pərˈsuː/

pursue

poursuivre
Meaning
to follow or chase with the intent to catch or achieve something
Example
She decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor.
Elle a décidé de poursuivre ses rêves de devenir médecin.
B2 noun ˈpɛstɪˌsaɪd

pesticide

pesticide
Meaning
A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.
Example
The pesticide sprayed in the field killed the harmful insects.
Le pesticide pulvérisé dans le champ a tué les insectes nuisibles.
B2 verb /pərˈsiːv/

perceive

percevoir
Meaning
to become aware of or understand something through the senses
Example
I perceive a change in his attitude.
Je perçois un changement dans son attitude.
B2 noun /plæˈtoʊ/

plateau

plateau, zone plate élevée, période de peu de changement
Meaning
an elevated flat area of land or a period of little change
Example
After months of growth, sales reached a plateau.
Après des mois de croissance, les ventes ont atteint un plateau.
B2 adjective /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒd/

Privileged

privilégié
Meaning
having special advantages; favored; elite
Example
She comes from a privileged background with many opportunities.
Elle vient d'un milieu privilégié avec de nombreuses opportunités.
B2 noun /pætʃ/

Patch

pièce
Meaning
a small piece of material used to mend a hole; a small area of something different
Example
She sewed a patch over the hole in her jeans.
Elle a cousu une pièce sur le trou dans son jean.
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːdɪd/

preceded

précédé
Meaning
came before something in time, order, or position
Example
Dark clouds preceded the heavy rainfall.
Les nuages sombres ont précédé la forte pluie.
B2 verb prəˈlɒŋ

prolong

prolonger
Meaning
To extend the duration of something; to make something last longer.
Example
A healthy diet helps prolong life expectancy.
Un régime alimentaire sain aide à prolonger l'espérance de vie.
B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

psychiatrie
Meaning
the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness
Example
She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.
Elle a décidé d'étudier la psychiatrie pour aider les personnes ayant des problèmes de santé mentale.
B2 noun /pəˈsjuːt/

pursuit

poursuite, quête
Meaning
the act of chasing or trying to achieve something
Example
He dedicated his life to the pursuit of happiness.
Il a dédié sa vie à la quête du bonheur.
B2 noun /pænt/

Pant

pantalon
Meaning
a piece of clothing worn on the lower body covering each leg separately
Example
She bought a new pair of pants for the party.
Elle a acheté un nouveau pantalon pour la fête.
B2 noun /ˈpleɪsmənt/

placement

placement ou affectation
Meaning
the act of putting something or someone in a particular position or job
Example
The company arranged job placement for the graduates.
L'entreprise a organisé le placement des diplômés.
B2 verb /ˈpɑːlɪʃ/

polish

polir
Meaning
to make smooth and shiny by rubbing; to improve or refine
Example
She needs to polish her shoes before the interview.
Elle doit polir ses chaussures avant l'entretien.
B2 noun /ˈprɛʃər ˈkʊkər/

Pressure cooker

cocotte-minute
Meaning
a sealed cooking pot that uses steam pressure to cook food faster
Example
Using a pressure cooker reduces cooking time by more than half.
L'utilisation d'une cocotte-minute réduit le temps de cuisson de plus de moitié.
B2 noun /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒ/

Privilege

privilège
Meaning
a special right or advantage that only one person or group has
Example
It's a privilege to work with such talented people.
C'est un privilège de travailler avec des gens aussi talentueux.
B2 noun /ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪ.kəl/

periodical

magazine
Meaning
a magazine or journal published at regular intervals
Example
She subscribed to a science periodical.
Elle s'est abonnée à un magazine scientifique.
B2 adverb /pəˈtɛnʃəli/

potentially

potentiellement
Meaning
with the possibility of becoming something in the future
Example
This project is potentially a huge success.
Ce projet est potentiellement un grand succès.
B2 noun /ˈpɒlən/

pollen

pollen
Meaning
fine powder produced by flowers, used in fertilization
Example
Bees collect pollen from flowers to make honey.
Les abeilles collectent le pollen des fleurs pour fabriquer du miel.
B2 adjective /ˈprɪm.ɪ.tɪv/

Primitive

primitif; de base; brut; sous-développé; simple
Meaning
ancient; basic; crude; undeveloped; simple
Example
The tribe still uses primitive tools for hunting and farming.
La tribu utilise encore des outils primitifs pour chasser et cultiver.
B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

plonger rapidement; tomber brusquement
Meaning
to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply
Example
She plunged into the swimming pool.
Elle a plongé dans la piscine.
B2 noun prəˈvɪʒ.ənz

provisions

dispositions
Meaning
A condition or requirement in a legal document; clauses or stipulations.
Example
Provisions must align with public aspirations.
Les dispositions doivent être en accord avec les aspirations publiques.
B2 noun /ˈpoʊ.di.əm/

Podium

podium
Meaning
a small platform on which a person may stand to be seen by an audience
Example
The winner stood on the podium to receive the gold medal.
Le gagnant est monté sur le podium pour recevoir la médaille d'or.
B2 adjective /ˈpleɪfəl/

playful

espiègle, joueur
Meaning
full of fun and high spirits; lively
Example
The puppy was very playful, running around the garden.
Le chiot était très espiègle, courant autour du jardin.
B2 verb /pɪəs/

pierce

percer
Meaning
to make a hole through something; to penetrate with a sharp object
Example
The arrow will pierce through the target.
La flèche percera la cible.
B2 adjective ˌprəʊˈæk.tɪv

proactive

proactif
Meaning
Taking action by causing change and not only reacting to change when it happens.
Example
Proactive strategies are needed to combat scarcity.
Des stratégies proactives sont nécessaires pour lutter contre la rareté.
B2 noun /paʊtʃ/

pouch

poche
Meaning
a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items
Example
She kept her coins in a small leather pouch.
Elle a gardé ses pièces dans une petite poche en cuir.
B2 noun /ˈpɛzənt/

peasant

paysan
Meaning
a poor farmer or agricultural laborer who owns or rents a small piece of land for cultivation
Example
The peasant worked hard in the fields from dawn to dusk.
Le paysan a travaillé dur dans les champs du matin au soir.
B2 noun /pledʒ/

Pledge

engagement; promesse; garantie;
Meaning
a solemn promise or undertaking; something given as security for a loan; a commitment or guarantee
Example
He made a pledge to donate money to charity.
Il a fait un engagement de donner de l'argent à la charité.
B2 noun /prəˈmoʊ.tər/

promoter

organisateur
Meaning
A person or organization that helps to organize or finance an event, business, or product launch.
Example
The promoter organized a concert for the new band.
Le promoteur a organisé un concert pour le nouveau groupe.
B2 adjective /prəˈpoʊzd/

proposed

proposé
Meaning
suggested or put forward for consideration or discussion
Example
The proposed changes will improve the system.
Les changements proposés amélioreront le système.
B2 verb /priːtʃ/

preach

prêcher
Meaning
to deliver a religious or moral talk, often in a church setting
Example
The pastor preached about forgiveness and kindness.
Le pasteur a prêché sur le pardon et la bonté.
B2 noun /ˈprɒvɪns/

province

province
Meaning
a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires.
Example
The province is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes.
La province est connue pour son riche héritage culturel et ses paysages impressionnants.
B2 noun /ˈpleɪˌɔːf/

playoff

matchs pour déterminer le champion
Meaning
a series of games played to determine a champion among top teams
Example
The team qualified for the playoffs after a strong season.
L'équipe s'est qualifiée pour les playoffs après une saison forte.
B2 noun /prɔːn/

Prawn

crevette géante
Meaning
a large marine crustacean similar to shrimp but typically bigger
Example
The chef prepared delicious prawn curry with coconut milk.
Le chef a préparé un délicieux curry de crevette géante au lait de coco.
B2 adjective /prəˈfaʊnd/

profound

profond
Meaning
Very great or intense; having deep insight or understanding.
Example
The speech had a profound impact on the audience.
Le discours a eu un impact profond sur l'auditoire.
B2 noun /ˈpæθweɪ/

pathway

chemin
Meaning
a route or course along which something travels or progresses
Example
The narrow pathway led to the hidden garden.
Le chemin étroit menait au jardin caché.
B2 noun /fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi/

philosophy

philosophie
Meaning
the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence
Example
Her philosophy emphasizes kindness and empathy.
Sa philosophie met l'accent sur la gentillesse et l'empathie.
B2 verb prəˈlɔŋd

prolonged

prolongé
Meaning
Extended in duration; made to last longer than usual.
Example
Modern medicine has prolonged life expectancy.
La médecine moderne a prolongé l'espérance de vie.
B2 noun /pəˈtɪʃən/

petition

pétition
Meaning
a formal written request, typically signed by many people, appealing to authority about a cause
Example
They signed a petition to improve road safety in the area.
Ils ont signé une pétition pour améliorer la sécurité routière dans la région.
B2 verb (phrasal) /ˈpæs ˌɔːf/

pass-off

présenter quelque chose de faux comme réel; faire semblant
Meaning
to present something or someone falsely as something else; to pretend or deceive
Example
He tried to pass off the fake watch as a luxury brand.
Il a essayé de faire passer la montre contrefaite pour une marque de luxe.
B2 noun /ˈpɪt.ʃər/

Pitcher

cruche, pichet
Meaning
a large container with a handle and spout used for storing and pouring liquids
Example
The water pitcher on the table was filled with ice-cold lemonade.
Le pichet d'eau sur la table était rempli de limonade glacée.
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːd/

precede

précéder
Meaning
to come before something in time, order, or position
Example
A brief introduction precedes each chapter.
Une brève introduction précède chaque chapitre.
B2 adverb /ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl.i/

Punctually

ponctuellement
Meaning
at the exact time arranged; on time; not late
Example
She always arrives punctually for meetings.
Elle arrive toujours ponctuellement aux réunions.
B2 adjective ˌpaɪəˈnɪə.rɪŋ

pioneering

pionnier
Meaning
Involving new ideas or methods; innovative and original.
Example
Pioneering efforts often lead to success.
Les efforts pionniers mènent souvent au succès.
B2 noun /ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs/

Prejudice

préjugé
Meaning
preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience
Example
We must fight against prejudice and discrimination in our society.
Nous devons lutter contre les préjugés et la discrimination dans notre société.
B2 noun /ˈprɒs.pekts/

prospects

perspectives
Meaning
The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.
Example
The prospects for growth look promising.
Les perspectives de croissance semblent prometteuses.
B2 adjective /proʊn/

Prone

enclin
Meaning
having a tendency to; inclined; lying face down
Example
He is prone to making mistakes when he's tired.
Il est enclin à faire des erreurs quand il est fatigué.
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 noun prəˈtæɡənɪst

protagonist

protagoniste
Meaning
The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
Example
Charles Darnay is one of the protagonists of the story.
Charles Darnay est l'un des protagonistes de l'histoire.
B2 noun /plænˈteɪʃən/

plantation

plantation
Meaning
a large area of land where crops are grown, often for commercial purposes
Example
The sugarcane plantation stretched for miles across the valley.
La plantation de canne à sucre s'étendait sur des kilomètres à travers la vallée.
B2 noun pəˈspek.tɪvz

perspectives

perspective
Meaning
A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.
Example
New perspectives enhance understanding.
De nouvelles perspectives améliorent la compréhension.
B2 adjective /ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl/

presidential

présidentiel
Meaning
relating to a president or presidency
Example
The presidential election is scheduled for next month.
L'élection présidentielle est prévue pour le mois prochain.
B2 adverb /ˈpɑrʃəli/

Partially

partiellement; incomplètement;
Meaning
to some extent; not completely; incompletely
Example
The building was only partially destroyed in the fire.
Le bâtiment a été partiellement détruit dans l'incendie.
B2 noun /ˌprɒp.əˈɡæn.də/

Propaganda

propagande; rumeur
Meaning
information spread to promote a particular political cause or point of view
Example
The government used propaganda to influence public opinion during the war.
Le gouvernement a utilisé la propagande pour influencer l'opinion publique pendant la guerre.
B2 noun /ˈpæd.i/

Paddy

riz non transformé; champ de riz
Meaning
rice in its natural state before processing; a field where rice is grown
Example
The farmers worked hard in the paddy fields during harvest season.
Les agriculteurs ont travaillé dur dans les champs de riz pendant la saison des récoltes.
B2 noun /præŋk/

prank

blague
Meaning
A trick that is intended to be funny but not harmful.
Example
They played a harmless prank on their friend during the party.
Ils ont joué une blague innocente avec leur ami pendant la fête.
B2 noun /pərˈspek.tɪv/

Perspective

perspective
Meaning
a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view; the art of representing three-dimensional objects
Example
From his perspective, the decision was completely wrong.
De son point de vue, la décision était complètement erronée.
B2 noun /prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/

practitioner

praticien
Meaning
a person actively engaged in a profession, especially medicine or law
Example
She is a skilled medical practitioner.
Elle est une praticienne médicale qualifiée.
B2 noun /pʌntʃ/

Punch

poinçon
Meaning
a tool used for making holes or indentations in materials
Example
The carpenter used a punch to make holes in the leather.
Le charpentier a utilisé un poinçon pour faire des trous dans le cuir.
B2 verb /plaʊ/

plough

labourer
Meaning
to break up and turn over soil using a plough; to move through something with difficulty
Example
The farmer ploughs the field every spring.
Le fermier laboure le champ chaque printemps.
B2 noun /ˈpɜː.tʃəs.ɪŋ ˈpaʊ.ɚ/

purchasing power

pouvoir d'achat
Meaning
The amount of goods and services that can be purchased with a unit of currency.
Example
Due to inflation, people's purchasing power has decreased.
En raison de l'inflation, le pouvoir d'achat des gens a diminué.
B2 noun pərˈsɛpʃən

perception

perception, compréhension
Meaning
The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses
Example
Our perception of the situation was shaped by our prior experiences.
Notre perception de la situation a été façonnée par nos expériences antérieures.
B2 noun /prəˈvaɪdər/

provider

fournisseur
Meaning
a person or thing that provides something.
Example
The service provider ensures that all customers receive timely support.
Le fournisseur de services veille à ce que tous les clients reçoivent un soutien en temps voulu.
B2 noun /prɪˈskrɪpʃən/

prescription

ordonnance
Meaning
A written order from a doctor for the preparation and administration of a medicine; also, a recommendation or authoritative rule.
Example
The doctor gave her a prescription for antibiotics.
Le médecin lui a donné une ordonnance pour des antibiotiques.
B2 adjective /ˈprɒb.ə.bəl/

Probable

probable
Meaning
likely to happen; expected; plausible
Example
It is probable that it will rain tomorrow according to the weather forecast.
Il est probable qu'il pleuve demain selon les prévisions météorologiques.
B2 noun /ˈpɪs.təl/

Pistol

pistolet
Meaning
a small gun that can be held and fired with one hand
Example
The officer drew his pistol from the holster.
L'officier a sorti son pistolet de l'étui.
B2 verb /ˈprɒsɪkjuːt/

prosecute

poursuivre
Meaning
to institute legal proceedings against someone
Example
The lawyer decided to prosecute the case after gathering sufficient evidence.
L'avocat a décidé de poursuivre l'affaire après avoir réuni suffisamment de preuves.
B2 noun/verb /pɜːrk/

perk

avantage
Meaning
A benefit or advantage associated with a job; or to become more lively or cheerful.
Example
One of the perks of working here is free lunch every Friday.
Un des avantages de travailler ici est le déjeuner gratuit chaque vendredi.
B2 noun /ˈpriː.tɛns/ or /prɪˈtɛns/

pretense

prétention, faux-semblant
Meaning
A false appearance or claim; an act of pretending.
Example
His kindness was only a pretense to gain trust.
Sa gentillesse n'était qu'un faux-semblant pour gagner la confiance.
B2 verb /pərˈsiːvd/

perceived

bonheur
Meaning
to become aware of something through the senses or the mind; to understand or interpret
Example
She perceived a hint of sadness in his voice.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B2 noun ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən

preservation

préservation
Meaning
The action of maintaining something in its original or existing state; protection from harm or damage.
Example
Proper preservation extends the lifespan of machinery.
Une bonne préservation prolonge la durée de vie des machines.
B2 noun /fɪˈzɪʃən/

physician

médecin
Meaning
a person qualified to practice medicine; a doctor
Example
The physician prescribed some medicine to treat the condition.
Le médecin a prescrit des médicaments pour traiter la condition.
B2 noun /prəˈseʃ.ən/

Procession

procession; cortège;
Meaning
a group of people or vehicles moving forward in an organized way, especially as part of a ceremony
Example
The wedding procession walked slowly to the church.
La procession de mariage marchait lentement vers l'église.
B2 verb /pæt/

pat

tapoter
Meaning
to touch someone or something gently, often to show affection or approval
Example
She gently patted the dog on its head.
Elle a tapoté doucement le chien sur la tête.