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C2 noun /prɪˈzɛntmənt/

presentment

présentation formelle
Meaning
The act of presenting something formally or officially; a formal statement or document.
Example
The lawyer made a presentment of the evidence to the court.
L'avocat a fait une présentation des preuves devant le tribunal.
B1 verb /prɪˈdɪkt/

predict

prédire
Meaning
to say that something will happen in the future
Example
Scientists predict rain tomorrow.
Les scientifiques prédisent de la pluie demain.
B2 adjective /ˌsaɪkiˈætrɪk/

psychiatric

psychiatrique
Meaning
relating to mental illness or its treatment
Example
The psychiatric hospital provides care for those with severe conditions.
L'hôpital psychiatrique fournit des soins à ceux qui souffrent de troubles graves.
C2 noun /ˈpɜr.fɪ.di/

Perfidy

perfide
Meaning
deliberate breach of faith or trust; treachery; betrayal of trust
Example
His perfidy shocked all who had trusted him.
Sa perfidie choqua tous ceux qui lui avaient fait confiance.
B2 adjective /praɪm/

prime

principal, majeur
Meaning
Of the best quality; most important; peak condition.
Example
She is in the prime of her career.
Elle est au meilleur moment de sa carrière.
B2 noun /pʌbˈlɪs.ɪ.ti/

Publicity

publicité
Meaning
public attention or notice given to someone or something; advertising or promotion
Example
The movie received a lot of publicity before its release.
Le film a reçu beaucoup de publicité avant sa sortie.
C2 noun /ˈpær.ɪ.saɪd/

parricide

parricide
Meaning
The act of killing one's father, mother, or other close relative.
Example
The court tried him for parricide after the tragic incident.
Le tribunal l'a jugé pour parricide après l'incident tragique.
B1 verb /pərˈfɔːrm/

perform

effectuer
Meaning
to carry out an action or present entertainment; to function
Example
The orchestra will perform at the concert hall tonight.
L'orchestre effectuera une performance dans la salle de concert ce soir.
C2 noun /pɜːrtʃt raɪs/

Perched rice

riz soufflé
Meaning
puffed rice; rice that has been heated and puffed into light, crispy grains
Example
I enjoy eating puffed rice as a healthy snack.
J'aime manger du riz soufflé comme collation saine.
B2 noun /ˈfɪʃ.ɪŋ/

phishing

vol d'informations par fraude
Meaning
The fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information.
Example
Phishing emails often trick people into revealing passwords.
Les e-mails de phishing trompent souvent les gens pour qu'ils révèlent leurs mots de passe.
C2 noun /ˌfɑːrməkəˈpiːə/

pharmacopoeia

pharmacopée
Meaning
An official book listing medicinal drugs, their effects, and directions for use.
Example
The doctor referred to the pharmacopoeia to check the drug's proper dosage.
Le médecin a consulté la pharmacopée pour vérifier la dose correcte du médicament.
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.
A2 adjective /ˈpɒp.jʊ.lər/

Popular

populaire
Meaning
liked or admired by many people; well-known and widely accepted
Example
This restaurant is very popular among young people.
Ce restaurant est très populaire parmi les jeunes.
C1 adjective /ˈpʌlməˌneri/

pulmonary

pulmonaire
Meaning
relating to the lungs
Example
The patient suffered from a serious pulmonary infection.
The patient suffered from a serious pulmonary infection.
C2 verb /ˈproʊtjuːbəreɪt/

protuberate

gonfler
Meaning
To swell out or bulge.
Example
The roots began to protuberate from the ground.
Les racines ont commencé à gonfler du sol.
B1 noun /ˈpɑː.vər.t̬i/

Poverty

pauvreté; manque de besoins fondamentaux
Meaning
the state of being extremely poor; lack of basic necessities
Example
Many organizations work to reduce poverty around the world.
De nombreuses organisations travaillent pour réduire la pauvreté dans le monde.
B2 adjective /prəˈspɛktɪv/

prospective

prospectif
Meaning
likely or expected to happen in the future; potential
Example
The company is meeting with prospective clients next week.
L'entreprise rencontrera des clients prospectifs la semaine prochaine.
C2 noun /ˈpɜːrtnəs/

pertness

effronterie
Meaning
boldness or forwardness in speech or behavior; sauciness
Example
Her pertness during the meeting surprised everyone.
Son effronterie lors de la réunion a surpris tout le monde.
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 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.
C2 adjective /ˈprʊəriənt/

prurient

lubrique
Meaning
having or showing an excessive interest in sexual matters
Example
The magazine was criticized for its prurient content.
Le magazine a été critiqué pour son contenu lubrique.
A2 verb,noun /pæk/

pack

emballer
Meaning
to put things into a container for storage or transport; a collection of items kept together
Example
She packed her clothes into a suitcase for the trip.
Elle a emballé ses vêtements dans une valise pour le voyage.
C1 noun /ˈprɛljuːd/

prelude

prélude
Meaning
An action, event, or statement that serves as an introduction to something more important.
Example
The small fight was only a prelude to a bigger conflict.
La petite bagarre n'était qu'un prélude à un plus grand conflit.
C2 adjective /ˈpɒndərəbl/

ponderable

qui peut être considéré, pensable
Meaning
able to be considered or thought about
Example
The evidence was substantial and ponderable.
La preuve était substantielle et pensable.
C1 verb /prəˈkjʊər/

procure

acquérir
Meaning
to obtain something, especially with effort or difficulty
Example
They managed to procure enough supplies for the expedition.
Ils ont réussi à se procurer suffisamment de fournitures pour l'expédition.
C1 noun /pləˈsiːboʊ/

placebo

placebo
Meaning
a substance with no therapeutic effect, used as a control in testing new drugs
Example
The patient was given a placebo to compare the effect of the real drug.
Le patient a reçu un placebo pour comparer l'effet du médicament réel.
A2 noun /ˈpɒkɪt/

pocket

poche
Meaning
a small, enclosed space in clothing for carrying items
Example
He put his phone in his pocket.
Il a mis son téléphone dans sa poche.
C1 noun /ˈprɒvɪdəns/

providence

providence divine
Meaning
the protective care of God or nature as a spiritual power; foresight or prudence
Example
They believed their survival was due to divine providence.
Ils croyaient que leur survie était due à la providence divine.
C1 verb /ˈpæri/

parry

parer une attaque
Meaning
to ward off or deflect an attack, especially in fencing or conversation
Example
He managed to parry the opponent’s sword with quick reflexes.
Il a réussi à parer l'épée de l'adversaire avec des réflexes rapides.
C1 noun /ˈpræɡ.mə.tɪ.zəm/

pragmatism

pragmatisme
Meaning
A practical approach to problems and affairs; dealing with things sensibly and realistically.
Example
His pragmatism helped solve the financial crisis.
Son pragmatisme a aidé à résoudre la crise financière.
A1 noun /piːs/

piece

un morceau
Meaning
a portion or part of something
Example
He gave me a piece of cake.
Il m'a donné un morceau de gâteau.
C1 verb /ˌpoʊstˈdeɪt/

postdate

mettre une date ultérieure
Meaning
To assign a date later than the actual date to a document or event.
Example
She postdated the check to next month.
Elle a postdaté le chèque pour le mois prochain.
C1 noun, adjective /ˌproʊlɪˈtɛəriən/

proletarian

prolétaire
Meaning
Relating to the working class, especially those who do not own property.
Example
The movement was rooted in proletarian struggles.
Le mouvement était enraciné dans les luttes prolétaires.
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.
C1 noun /ˌtɛrəˈdæktɪl/

pterodactyl

reptile volant éteint
Meaning
An extinct flying reptile of the Jurassic period, with a long slender head and wings formed by a membrane stretching along the body.
Example
The museum displayed a fossil of a giant pterodactyl.
Le musée a exposé un fossile de ptérodactyle géant.
C2 adjective /ˈpɔːntʃi/

paunchy

ventru
Meaning
Having a large or protruding belly.
Example
The paunchy man struggled to button his shirt.
L'homme ventru peinait à boutonner sa chemise.
A2 noun /ˈfəʊtəɡrɑːf/

photograph

photo
Meaning
a picture made using a camera
Example
She took a photograph of the sunset.
Elle a pris une photo du coucher du soleil.
C2 verb /ˈpɔːltər/

palter

parler de manière floue, tromper
Meaning
to act insincerely or deceitfully; to equivocate or lie
Example
He paltered when asked about his involvement in the deal.
Il a évité la question lorsqu'on lui a demandé son implication dans l'accord.
C1 noun, adjective /ˌpəʊstˈmɔːtəm/

postmortem

autopsie
Meaning
An examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death.
Example
The doctor carried out a postmortem on the body.
Le médecin a pratiqué une autopsie sur le corps.
C2 noun /ˌfəʊ.təʊ.sen.sɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/

photosensitivity

sensibilité à la lumière
Meaning
Sensitivity to light, especially abnormal sensitivity that may cause discomfort or damage.
Example
Overrubbing can increase photosensitivity.
Un frottement excessif peut augmenter la sensibilité à la lumière.
C2 noun /ˈpɪərɪdʒ/

peerage

noblesse
Meaning
the title or rank of a peer; the nobility as a group
Example
He was elevated to the peerage by the king.
Il a été élevé à la noblesse par le roi.
C1 noun /fɪˈlæn.θrə.pi/

philanthropy

philanthropie
Meaning
the desire to promote the welfare of others, often expressed by the generous donation of money to good causes
Example
Philanthropy has helped improve healthcare in many developing countries.
La philanthropie a contribué à améliorer les soins de santé dans de nombreux pays en développement.
B2 verb /ˈpiːtər/

peter

diminuer progressivement
Meaning
to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away
Example
The excitement of the event began to peter out after a few hours.
L'excitation de l'événement a commencé à diminuer après quelques heures.
C1 noun /ˌprəʊ.baɪˈɒt.ɪks/

probiotics

probiotiques
Meaning
Live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer health benefits to the host, especially for digestive health.
Example
Probiotics improve digestion and enhance gut health.
Les probiotiques améliorent la digestion et favorisent la santé intestinale.
A2 adverb /ˈpɒs.ə.bli/

Possibly

peut-être; probablement;
Meaning
perhaps; maybe; it may be the case that
Example
It will possibly rain tomorrow.
Il pourrait probablement pleuvoir demain.
C1 adjective /prəˈvɒkətɪv/

provocative

provocant
Meaning
Intended to make people angry, excited, or interested.
Example
She wore a provocative dress to the party.
Elle portait une robe provocante à la fête.
A2 verb /pʊl/

pull

tirer
Meaning
to exert force to move something toward oneself; to drag or tug
Example
Please pull the door to open it.
Veuillez tirer la porte pour l'ouvrir.
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.
C1 noun /ˈpɛnənt/

pennant

pennon
Meaning
A tapering flag used for signaling or as an emblem of victory or achievement.
Example
The team raised the championship pennant proudly.
L'équipe a fièrement brandi le pennon du championnat.
C1 adjective /prɪˈzʌmp.tʃu.əs/

presumptuous

prétentieux
Meaning
Overconfident, rude, or taking liberties without permission.
Example
It was presumptuous of him to make that decision without consulting others.
Il a été présomptueux de sa part de prendre cette décision sans consulter les autres.
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.
C2 noun, verb /ˌpæm.fləˈtɪər/

pamphleteer

écrivain de pamphlets
Meaning
a person who writes or distributes pamphlets, often to promote a political or social cause
Example
In the 18th century, many pamphleteers influenced public opinion.
Au XVIIIe siècle, de nombreux écrivains de pamphlets ont influencé l'opinion publique.
C1 noun /ˈpiːɒn/

peon

péon
Meaning
a low-ranking worker, often performing menial tasks
Example
The office peon delivered the files to each department.
Le péon du bureau a remis les dossiers à chaque département.
A1 adjective /ˈprɪti/

Pretty

joli; beau; attrayant
Meaning
attractive in a delicate way; fairly or moderately
Example
She wore a pretty dress to the party.
Elle portait une jolie robe à la fête.
A1 noun /ˈpiːpl/

people

gens
Meaning
a group of human beings collectively
Example
The people in the town gathered for the festival.
Les gens dans la ville se sont rassemblés pour le festival.
C1 verb /prəˈfes/

profess

professer
Meaning
to declare or claim openly; to state one's belief
Example
He professes his love for classical music.
Il professe son amour pour la musique classique.
C2 noun /prɔːŋ/

prong

dent de fourchette
Meaning
a projecting pointed part, such as one of the pointed ends of a fork
Example
The fork has four prongs.
La fourchette a quatre dents.
B1 noun /prəˈduː.sər/

Producer

producteur
Meaning
a person who supervises the making of a film, play, or broadcast program; someone who creates or manufactures goods
Example
The film producer invested millions in the new movie project.
Le producteur de film a investi des millions dans le nouveau projet cinématographique.
A1 noun /ˈpɛnsəl/

pencil

crayon
Meaning
an instrument for writing or drawing, typically made of wood with a graphite core
Example
He drew a picture with a pencil.
Il a dessiné un dessin avec un crayon.
B2 verb /ˈprɒspər/

prosper

prospérer
Meaning
to succeed or flourish, especially in financial or business matters
Example
With hard work and determination, she managed to prosper in her career.
Avec du travail acharné et de la détermination, elle a réussi à prospérer dans sa carrière.
B1 adjective /ˈplʊrəl/

plural

pluriel
Meaning
denoting more than one person or thing
Example
The word 'cats' is the plural of 'cat'.
Le mot 'chats' est le pluriel de 'chat'.
C1 noun /ˈpæd.ək/

paddock

champ clos pour chevaux ou autres animaux
Meaning
a small enclosed field where horses or other animals are kept
Example
The horses were grazing in the paddock.
Les chevaux broutaient dans le paddock.
C2 noun /ˈpɜːrsənɪdʒ/

personage

personnage important
Meaning
an important or famous person
Example
He is considered a great personage in the world of literature.
Il est considéré comme un grand personnage dans le monde de la littérature.
B1 noun /ˈpoʊni/

Pony

poney
Meaning
a small horse, typically under 14.2 hands high
Example
The children enjoyed riding the gentle pony at the farm.
Les enfants ont apprécié monter le poney doux à la ferme.
A2 verb /ˈprɒmɪs/

promise

promettre
Meaning
to assure someone that one will definitely do something; to give one's word
Example
I promise to help you with your homework.
Je te promets de t'aider avec tes devoirs.
B1 noun /ˈpɛnəlti/

penalty

pénalité
Meaning
A punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract.
Example
He had to pay a heavy penalty for breaking the traffic rules.
Il a dû payer une lourde pénalité pour avoir enfreint les règles de circulation.
B1 adverb /ˈpɜr.sən.ə.li/

Personally

Personnellement; selon moi; pour soi-même; en personne
Meaning
as a person; in one's own opinion; for oneself; in person
Example
Personally, I think the movie was excellent, though others disagree.
Personnellement, je pense que le film était excellent, bien que d'autres soient en désaccord.
C1 adjective prəˈtræk.tɪd

protracted

prolongé, long, étendu
Meaning
Lasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual.
Example
The negotiations were protracted over months.
Les négociations ont duré des mois.
B1 noun /prəˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

pronunciation

prononciation
Meaning
the way a word or language is spoken; the act or result of pronouncing words
Example
Her pronunciation of French words has improved significantly.
Sa prononciation des mots français s’est beaucoup améliorée.
C2 adjective /ˈpɛndjʊləs/

pendulous

bonheur
Meaning
hanging down loosely; drooping
Example
The pendulous fruit weighed down the branch.
Elle ne pouvait cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle reçut le prix.
B1 noun, verb /paʊnd/

pound

livre
Meaning
a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces or a unit of currency
Example
The price of the book is five pounds.
Le prix du livre est de cinq livres.
C1 noun /fɪˈziːk/

physique

physique
Meaning
the form, size, and development of a person's body
Example
He has an athletic physique due to years of training.
Il a une silhouette athlétique grâce à des années d'entraînement.
C2 noun /ˈpɛnjʊri/

penury

pauvreté extrême
Meaning
extreme poverty or destitution
Example
He grew up in penury but became successful later in life.
Il a grandi dans la pénurie, mais il est devenu prospère plus tard dans la vie.
B1 adjective; verb (past and past participle of prepare) /prɪˈpɛrd/

prepared

préparé
Meaning
made ready in advance; having made plans or taken steps beforehand
Example
She was fully prepared for the final exam.
Elle était bien préparée pour l’examen final.
C2 verb /prɪˈværɪkeɪt/

prevaricate

échapper à dire la vérité
Meaning
to avoid telling the truth by not giving a direct answer
Example
The politician began to prevaricate when asked about the scandal.
Le politicien a commencé à éviter lorsqu'on lui a posé des questions sur le scandale.
A1 noun /fəʊn/

phone

téléphone
Meaning
a device for communication, typically used to make calls or send messages
Example
I need to charge my phone.
J'ai besoin de charger mon téléphone.
A2 verb /pʊʃ/

push

pousser
Meaning
to exert force to move something away from oneself; to press against
Example
Push the button to ring the bell.
Appuyez sur le bouton pour faire sonner la cloche.
A2 verb /ˈpræktɪs/

practise

pratiquer
Meaning
to do something repeatedly to improve skill; to work in a profession
Example
She practises piano for two hours daily.
Elle pratique le piano pendant deux heures chaque jour.
C2 adjective /ˈpaɪbɔːld/

piebald

à taches de deux couleurs
Meaning
having irregular patches of two colors, especially black and white
Example
The farmer owns a piebald horse with black and white spots.
Le fermier possède un cheval piebald avec des taches noires et blanches.
C2 noun /pɪˈnɒlədʒi/

penology

pénologie
Meaning
The study of prison management and criminal rehabilitation.
Example
He decided to specialize in penology to help improve the prison system.
Il a décidé de se spécialiser en pénologie pour améliorer le système pénitentiaire.
A2 noun ˈprəʊɡres

progress

progrès
Meaning
Forward or onward movement towards a destination or a more advanced state.
Example
Progress in recycling technologies can tackle pollution.
Les progrès dans les technologies de recyclage peuvent lutter contre la pollution.
C1 noun /pərˈkʌʃən/

percussion

percussion
Meaning
Musical instruments that are played by striking, shaking, or scraping, such as drums or cymbals.
Example
The percussion section added rhythm and energy to the orchestra.
La section de percussion a ajouté du rythme et de l'énergie à l'orchestre.
C2 noun /pəˈruːzl/

perusal

lecture attentive
Meaning
The action of reading or examining something carefully.
Example
The contract was given to the lawyer for perusal.
Le contrat a été remis à l'avocat pour une lecture attentive.
C1 noun /ˈpær.ə.di/

Parody

parodie
Meaning
an imitation of a particular style for comic effect; a humorous exaggerated copy
Example
The comedy show featured a parody of famous politicians.
Le spectacle comique présentait une parodie de politiciens célèbres.
C1 adjective /ˌprɛfəˈrɛnʃəl/

preferential

privilégié
Meaning
showing or giving advantage to one over others
Example
Members receive preferential treatment at the club.
Les membres bénéficient d'un traitement préférentiel au club.
B2 adjective /prəˈdʌk.tɪv/

Productive

productif
Meaning
efficient; yielding good results; fruitful
Example
Working from home has made me more productive than ever before.
Travailler depuis chez moi m'a rendu plus productif que jamais.
C2 noun /ˈpɛdənt/

pedant

personne pédante
Meaning
A person who is excessively concerned with minor details or rules, often in a showy way.
Example
The professor was criticized as a pedant who focused too much on trivial details.
Le professeur a été critiqué comme un pédant qui se concentrait trop sur des détails triviaux.
B1 noun /ˈpɪ.ti/

Pity

pitié; sympathie;
Meaning
a feeling of sadness or sympathy for someone's misfortune; something that causes regret or disappointment
Example
I felt pity for the homeless man in the rain.
J'ai ressenti de la pitié pour l'homme sans abri sous la pluie.
B1 adjective /ˈpeɪn.fəl/

painful

douloureux
Meaning
causing physical or emotional pain
Example
The injury was very painful, and he needed immediate care.
La blessure était très douloureuse et il avait besoin de soins immédiats.
C2 noun /ˌpriːpəˈzɛʃən/

prepossession

préjugé
Meaning
An opinion or feeling formed beforehand; a prejudice or preoccupation.
Example
His prepossession in favor of tradition made him resist change.
Son préjugé en faveur de la tradition l'a fait résister au changement.
C1 noun pɔɪz

poise

confiance et maîtrise de soi
Meaning
Natural confidence and composure maintained under pressure.
Example
A good speaker maintains poise under pressure.
Un bon orateur maintient sa maîtrise de soi sous pression.
B2 adjective /poʊˈɛt.ɪk/

poetic

poétique
Meaning
having qualities of poetry; expressive, beautiful, or imaginative
Example
Her speech had a poetic rhythm that captivated the audience.
Son discours avait un rythme poétique qui captivait l'auditoire.
C1 adjective /ˈpɒs.tʃə.məs/

Posthumous

posthume
Meaning
occurring or continuing after death; published after the author's death
Example
The author received a posthumous award for his last novel.
L'auteur a reçu un prix posthume pour son dernier roman.
B1 noun /ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃən/

publication

publication
Meaning
the act of making something publicly known or available
Example
The publication of the report sparked a debate.
La publication du rapport a déclenché un débat.
C1 adjective /ˈpjuː.nɪ.tɪv/

punitive

punitif
Meaning
Inflicting or intended as punishment.
Example
The company faced punitive measures for violating the law.
L'entreprise a dû faire face à des mesures punitives pour avoir violé la loi.
C1 adjective /ˈplæsɪd/

placid

serein, calme
Meaning
calm and peaceful, not easily disturbed
Example
She had a placid expression despite the chaos around her.
Elle avait une expression sereine malgré le chaos autour d'elle.
A2 verb /pɪk/

pick

choisir
Meaning
to choose; to take or select from a group; to pluck or gather
Example
Please pick your favorite color from the palette.
Veuillez choisir votre couleur préférée dans la palette.
C2 adjective /pəˈnjʊəriəs/

penurious

extrêmement pauvre
Meaning
extremely poor; poverty-stricken; miserly
Example
The penurious family struggled to buy food.
La famille extrêmement pauvre peinait à acheter de la nourriture.
C1 noun /ˈprəʊ.lɒɡ/

prologue

prologue
Meaning
an introduction to a book, play, or event
Example
The novel begins with a short prologue set in the past.
Le roman commence par un court prologue situé dans le passé.
C2 verb /pɑːrtʃ/

parch

sècher
Meaning
to make something extremely dry, especially by exposure to heat
Example
The scorching sun began to parch the fields.
Le soleil brûlant a commencé à sécher les champs.
C1 adjective, noun /ˈpæstərəl/

pastoral

rural, lié aux bergers
Meaning
relating to the countryside, shepherds, or rural life; also relating to spiritual guidance by a pastor
Example
The painting had a calm pastoral scene with sheep grazing.
La peinture présentait une scène pastorale calme avec des moutons broutant.
B2 noun /prɪˈdɪk.ʃən/

Prediction

prédiction
Meaning
a statement about what will happen in the future; a forecast
Example
The weather prediction says it will rain tomorrow.
La prédiction météorologique dit qu'il pleuvra demain.
C2 verb /fɪˈlændər/

philander

flirter
Meaning
to engage in casual or frivolous romantic or sexual relationships
Example
He was known to philander with many women in town.
Il était connu pour flirter avec de nombreuses femmes en ville.
B1 noun ˈpɒl.ə.si

policy

politique
Meaning
A course or principle of action adopted or proposed by a government, party, business, or individual; a contract of insurance.
Example
Effective policies drive national development.
Les politiques efficaces favorisent le développement national.
C1 adjective /ˈprɪs.tiːn/

pristine

pristine, intact, pur et frais
Meaning
In its original condition; unspoiled, clean, and fresh.
Example
The forest remains in a pristine condition.
La forêt reste dans un état pristine.
A2 adjective /ˈpɜːrsənl/

personal

personnel
Meaning
relating to a particular person rather than anyone else
Example
She shared some personal details about her family.
Elle a partagé des détails personnels sur sa famille.
B1 noun /ˈpæsɪŋ/

passing

passage, décès
Meaning
the act of moving past something or the end of someone's life
Example
The passing of the leader was a great loss for the nation.
Le passage du leader a été une grande perte pour la nation.
A2 noun /ˈpɛpər/

pepper

poivre
Meaning
a pungent spice obtained from pepper plants, used to flavor food
Example
I like to add pepper to my soup.
J'aime ajouter du poivre à ma soupe.
A2 verb /prɪˈtɛnd/

pretend

faire semblant
Meaning
To act as if something is true when it is not.
Example
The children pretended to be superheroes.
Les enfants ont fait semblant d'être des super-héros.
B1 adjective /pərˈtɪk.jʊ.lər/

particular

particulier
Meaning
specific or special; distinct from others
Example
He is very particular about his diet.
Il est très particulier à propos de son régime.
C1 noun /pæŋ/

pang

une douleur aiguë ou un malaise émotionnel soudain
Meaning
a sudden sharp feeling of pain or emotional distress
Example
She felt a pang of guilt after the argument.
Elle a ressenti un pang de culpabilité après la dispute.
B1 noun /prəʊ/

pro

professionnel
Meaning
a professional, especially in sports; or a person who is in favor of something
Example
He plays tennis like a pro.
Il joue au tennis comme un professionnel.
C2 noun /priːˈɛmɪnəns/

preeminence

prééminence
Meaning
The fact of surpassing all others; superiority.
Example
The university has gained preeminence in medical research.
L'université a gagné la prééminence dans la recherche médicale.
C2 adjective, noun /pləˈbiːən/

plebian

commun, du peuple
Meaning
alternate spelling of 'plebeian'; common or ordinary
Example
His tastes were rather plebian, favoring simple food and clothes.
Ses goûts étaient assez communs, il préférait la nourriture simple et des vêtements simples.
C1 noun /pɪˈtaɪə/

Pitaya / Dragon fruit

fruit du dragon
Meaning
a tropical fruit with bright pink or red skin and white flesh speckled with black seeds
Example
The pitaya has a mild, sweet flavor and a unique appearance.
La pitaya a une saveur douce et délicate et une apparence unique.
C1 noun /ˈprɑːtɪstənt/

protestant

protestant
Meaning
a member of the Christian church that separated from the Roman Catholic Church during the Reformation
Example
Martin Luther was a key figure in the Protestant Reformation.
Martin Luther a été une figure clé dans la Réforme protestante.
B2 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

bonheur
Meaning
the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach
Example
Good posture is important for preventing back pain.
Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B2 noun /ˌprɒb.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Probability

probabilité
Meaning
the likelihood that something will happen; a mathematical measure of how likely something is to occur
Example
There is a high probability of rain tomorrow.
Il y a une forte probabilité de pluie demain.
C2 noun /ˈpæntəˌskoʊp/

pantoscope

instrument optique offrant une vue panoramique
Meaning
An optical instrument that provides a wide or panoramic view.
Example
The scientist used a pantoscope to observe the entire horizon.
Le scientifique a utilisé un pantoscope pour observer tout l'horizon.
C1 noun /pəˈfjuː.mər.i/

perfumery

industrie de la parfumerie
Meaning
the art, business, or products of making perfumes
Example
She works in a perfumery that creates luxury scents.
Elle travaille dans une parfumerie qui crée des senteurs de luxe.
B2 adjective /prəˈɡrɛsɪv/

progressive

progressiste
Meaning
favoring or implementing new and modern ideas or policies; moving forward or improving
Example
She holds progressive views on social justice and equality.
Elle a des opinions progressistes sur la justice sociale et l'égalité.