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B1 noun /slaɪs/

Slice

tranche; part
Meaning
a thin, flat piece cut from something larger
Example
Would you like a slice of pizza?
Voulez-vous une tranche de pizza ?
C1 noun /fəˌsɪlɪˈteɪʃən/

facilitation

facilitation
Meaning
The action of facilitating or making an action or process easier or helping bring about an outcome.
Example
Her facilitation made the meeting run smoothly.
Sa facilitation a permis à la réunion de se dérouler sans heurts.
B1 noun /reɪ/

ray

rayon
Meaning
a narrow beam of light, heat, or radiation
Example
A ray of sunlight broke through the clouds.
Un rayon de lumière du soleil a percé les nuages.
A2 adjective /noʊn/

known

connu
Meaning
recognized or familiar; something that is identified or acknowledged
Example
He is a well-known actor in the country.
Il est un acteur bien connu dans le pays.
C2 adjective /daɪˈɡrɛsɪv/

digressive

tendance à s'écarter du sujet principal
Meaning
Tending to depart from the main subject in speech or writing.
Example
The speaker's digressive style made the lecture difficult to follow.
Le style digressif de l'orateur a rendu la conférence difficile à suivre.
C2 adjective /ˈsɒmnələnt/

somnolent

somnolent
Meaning
Sleepy or drowsy; causing a desire to sleep.
Example
The somnolent lecture made half the class fall asleep.
Le cours somnolent a fait dormir la moitié de la classe.
B2 noun /rɪˈsɛs/

recess

récréation
Meaning
A short break from work or school; also a small space set back in a wall.
Example
The children played outside during recess.
Les enfants ont joué dehors pendant la récréation.
C2 noun /ˈkɪŋʃɪp/

kingship

royauté
Meaning
The position, dignity, or authority of a king.
Example
The king’s advisors often reminded him of the responsibilities of kingship.
Les conseillers du roi lui rappelaient souvent les responsabilités de la royauté.
C2 noun /ˈlɪɡ.ə.tʃər/

ligature

ligature
Meaning
A thing used for tying or binding tightly; in music/printing, two or more notes or letters joined together.
Example
The doctor used a ligature to stop the bleeding.
Le médecin a utilisé une ligature pour arrêter le saignement.
B1 noun ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒ

disadvantage

désavantage
Meaning
An unfavorable circumstance or condition that reduces the chances of success or effectiveness.
Example
Urdu's dominance placed Bengalis at a disadvantage.
La domination de l'ourdou a mis les bengalis dans une situation désavantageuse.
C2 noun /ˈrɛkjʊzənt/

recusant

réfractaire
Meaning
a person who refuses to submit to authority or comply with rules
Example
The recusant opposed the new law.
Le réfractaire s'est opposé à la nouvelle loi.
B1 adjective /ˈprɛʃəs/

precious

précieux
Meaning
of great value; highly esteemed or cherished
Example
This ring is very precious to my grandmother.
Cette bague est très précieuse pour ma grand-mère.
A1 noun /fʌn/

fun

amusement
Meaning
enjoyment, amusement, or light-hearted pleasure
Example
We had a lot of fun at the party.
Nous avons eu beaucoup de plaisir à la fête.
A2 noun /ˈdʒuːəlri/

jewelry

bijoux
Meaning
personal ornaments such as necklaces, rings, or bracelets that are typically made from precious metals and stones
Example
She wore gold jewelry at the wedding.
Elle portait des bijoux en or lors du mariage.
C2 noun /ˈθɝː.moʊ.klaɪn/

thermocline

thermocline
Meaning
A layer in a body of water in which temperature changes rapidly with depth.
Example
The thermocline separates warm surface water from cold deep water.
La thermocline sépare l'eau chaude de la surface de l'eau froide en profondeur.
C1 noun /ˌædʒ.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

agitation

agitation
Meaning
a state of nervousness, excitement, or unrest; or action of stirring up public concern
Example
There was visible agitation among the crowd.
Il y avait une agitation visible parmi la foule.
B2 adjective /ˈfɜːr.taɪl/

Fertile

fertile
Meaning
capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops; able to conceive children
Example
The fertile soil in this region makes it perfect for growing vegetables.
Le sol fertile de cette région le rend parfait pour la culture des légumes.
C2 noun /ˈpɛntæd/

pentad

groupe de cinq
Meaning
A group or set of five things.
Example
The committee was divided into a pentad of working groups.
Le comité a été divisé en cinq groupes de travail.
C1 noun /ˈɪm.pæs/

impasse

impasse
Meaning
A situation where no progress is possible.
Example
The negotiations reached an impasse, delaying the agreement.
Les négociations ont atteint un impasse, retardant l'accord.
C2 verb /pərˈlɔɪn/

purloin

voler
Meaning
to steal something, often in a sneaky or dishonest way
Example
He tried to purloin a book from the library without being noticed.
Il a essayé de voler un livre à la bibliothèque sans être remarqué.
A1 noun /ˈfəʊtəʊ/

photo

photo
Meaning
a picture or image captured by a camera
Example
I took a photo of the sunset.
J'ai pris une photo du coucher du soleil.
C1 verb /ɪˈvɪkt/

evict

expulser
Meaning
To expel someone from a property, usually by legal process.
Example
The landlord decided to evict the tenants for not paying rent.
Le propriétaire a décidé d'expulser les locataires pour non-paiement du loyer.
C1 noun /ˌvɜːrtʃuˈoʊsoʊ/

virtuoso

artiste virtuose
Meaning
A person highly skilled in music, art, or another artistic pursuit.
Example
The pianist is a true virtuoso, captivating audiences worldwide.
Le pianiste est un véritable artiste virtuose, captivant les auditoires du monde entier.
B1 noun /ˈfes.tə.vəl/

Festival

festival; fête;
Meaning
a day or period of celebration, typically for religious reasons; an organized series of concerts, films, etc.
Example
The music festival attracted thousands of visitors from around the world.
Le festival de musique a attiré des milliers de visiteurs du monde entier.
B1 adjective /ˈsɒlɪd/

solid

solide
Meaning
firm and stable in shape; not liquid or fluid
Example
The ground was solid underfoot.
Le sol était solide sous les pieds.
B2 noun ˈfreɪm.wɜːks

frameworks

cadre
Meaning
A basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text; an essential supporting structure.
Example
Frameworks define the basis of systems.
Les cadres définissent la base des systèmes.
A1 adjective /hoʊl/

Whole

entier entiere
Meaning
complete; entire; all of something
Example
He ate the whole pizza by himself.
Il a mangé toute la pizza tout seul.
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.
B1 noun /sɛl/

cell

cellule / cellule
Meaning
a small basic unit of life; or a small enclosed space like a prison room
Example
The prisoner was locked in a small cell.
Le prisonnier a été enfermé dans une petite cellule.
B2 adjective /dʌm/

Dumb

bête; muet; idiot
Meaning
unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid
Example
She remained dumb during the entire meeting.
Elle est restée muette pendant toute la réunion.
C1 noun /moʊt/

moat

fosse
Meaning
A deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle or town, often filled with water, for defense.
Example
The castle was protected by a wide moat filled with water.
Le château était protégé par un large fossé rempli d'eau.
C1 verb /trəˈvɜːrs/

traverse

traverser
Meaning
To travel across or through something.
Example
They traversed the desert on camels.
Ils ont traversé le désert à dos de chameau.
B2 verb /ɪnˈdjʊər/

endure

endurer
Meaning
to suffer something difficult or unpleasant patiently
Example
He had to endure years of hardship before achieving success.
Il a dû endurer des années de difficultés avant de réussir.
C1 adjective /ˈmɑːr.dʒɪ.nəl/

Marginal

marginal; minimal; léger
Meaning
relating to or situated at the edge; minimal; slight
Example
The marginal improvement in sales was barely noticeable.
L'amélioration marginale des ventes était à peine perceptible.
C2 noun /ˈfɔɪbəl/

foible

petite faiblesse
Meaning
A minor weakness or eccentricity in someone's character.
Example
She loved him despite his little foibles.
Elle l'aimait malgré ses petites faiblesses.
A2 modal verb /ʃæl/

shall

devoir
Meaning
used to express the future or indicate an intention or determination
Example
I shall return before sunset.
Je reviendrai avant le coucher du soleil.
C1 noun kəˈlɛktɪvɪzəm

collectivism

collectivisme
Meaning
The practice or principle of giving a group priority over each individual in it.
Example
Collectivism emphasizes the importance of group over individual interests.
Le collectivisme souligne l'importance du groupe par rapport aux intérêts individuels.
C2 adjective /ˈfæləbl/

fallible

capable de faire des erreurs
Meaning
capable of making mistakes or being wrong
Example
Even experts are fallible and can make errors.
Même les experts sont faillibles et peuvent faire des erreurs.
B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

charisme
Meaning
Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.
Example
His charisma helped him become a great leader.
Son charisme l'a aidé à devenir un grand leader.
B1 noun /bʌlb/

bulb

ampoule
Meaning
a rounded glass part of an electric lamp that produces light when lit; also an underground storage organ in some plants
Example
The light bulb burned out, so she replaced it with a new one.
L'ampoule a grillé, alors elle l'a remplacée par une nouvelle.
B1 noun rɔː mətɪˈrɪəlz

raw materials

matières premières
Meaning
The basic material from which a product is made.
Example
The factory imports raw materials for production.
L'usine importe des matières premières pour la production.
B2 adjective /ɡrɪm/

grim

sombre
Meaning
very serious or gloomy in appearance or outlook
Example
The future looked grim after the disaster.
L'avenir semblait sombre après le désastre.
C2 verb /ˈbeɪɪŋ/

baying

aboyer
Meaning
making a loud, prolonged barking or howling sound, especially of dogs
Example
The baying of the hounds echoed through the forest.
Les aboiements des chiens résonnaient à travers la forêt.
B1 adjective /rɪˈlɪdʒəs/

Religious

religieux; dévot; spirituel; lié à la religion;
Meaning
relating to or believing in a religion; devout; spiritual;
Example
He comes from a very religious family.
Il vient d'une famille très religieuse.
B2 adjective /slɪk/

slick

glissant
Meaning
Smooth, clever, or efficient, often in a way that seems superficial.
Example
He gave a slick presentation to impress the investors.
Il a donné une présentation glissante pour impressionner les investisseurs.
B1 noun /ˈɡɑːr.bɪdʒ/

Garbage

ordures; déchets
Meaning
waste material; refuse or litter; something worthless or meaningless
Example
Please take out the garbage before the collection truck arrives tomorrow morning.
S'il vous plaît, sortez les poubelles avant que le camion de collecte n'arrive demain matin.
B1 noun /ˈhaɪdʒiːn/

hygiene

hygiène
Meaning
Conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease.
Example
Good hygiene is essential for preventing the spread of infections.
Une bonne hygiène est essentielle pour prévenir la propagation des infections.
C1 noun /ˈspiːʃiː/

specie

monnaie
Meaning
money in the form of coins rather than notes or credit
Example
The transaction was made in specie.
La transaction a été effectuée en pièces.
B2 noun /ˈluː.nər ɪˈklɪps/

Lunar eclipse

éclipse lunaire
Meaning
an eclipse in which the moon appears darkened as it passes into the earth's shadow
Example
We watched the lunar eclipse from our backyard.
Nous avons observé l'éclipse lunaire depuis notre jardin.
C2 noun /ˌmɪstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

mystification

mystification, confusion
Meaning
the act of making something unclear or confusing; a state of being puzzled or bewildered
Example
The audience watched in mystification as the magician performed his tricks.
Le public regardait dans la mystification pendant que le magicien réalisait ses tours.
C1 noun /ˈbuːt.stræp.ɪŋ/

bootstrapping

autofinancement
Meaning
Starting a business with personal resources or small investments without external funding or venture capital.
Example
Many entrepreneurs rely on bootstrapping to launch their businesses.
Beaucoup d'entrepreneurs dépendent du bootstrapping pour lancer leurs entreprises.
C1 verb /ɡliːn/

glean

récolter
Meaning
to collect or gather slowly and bit by bit, especially information or crops left after harvest
Example
The journalist gleaned facts from several sources.
Le journaliste a recueilli des faits provenant de plusieurs sources.
B2 adjective, verb /ˈnoʊtɪd/

noted

renommé
Meaning
well known or famous; written down or observed
Example
He is a noted author in the field of history.
Il est un auteur renommé dans le domaine de l'histoire.
A2 noun /ˈɡraʊnd flɔːr/

ground floor

rez-de-chaussée
Meaning
the floor of a building at ground level; the starting level of an organization or activity
Example
The grocery shop is located on the ground floor of the building.
L’épicerie se trouve au rez-de-chaussée.
B2 noun /menˈtæləti/

Mentality

mentalité; état d'esprit
Meaning
The characteristic attitude of mind or way of thinking of a person or group
Example
The team needs to develop a winning mentality to succeed.
L'équipe doit développer une mentalité gagnante pour réussir.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈfleɪtɪd/

inflated

gonflé
Meaning
excessively increased in size, value, or importance; filled with air or gas
Example
The company faced criticism for its inflated prices.
L'entreprise a fait face à des critiques en raison de ses prix gonflés.
C1 adjective /kənˈteɪ.dʒəs/

Contagious

contagieux; infectieux
Meaning
likely to spread to and affect others; infectious
Example
Her laughter is contagious and makes everyone smile.
Son rire est contagieux et fait sourire tout le monde.
B2 verb /rɪˈdʒɔɪs/

rejoice

se réjouir
Meaning
to feel or show great joy; to celebrate
Example
The family rejoices at the good news.
La famille se réjouit de la bonne nouvelle.
B1 noun/verb /koʊd/

code

code
Meaning
a system of words, letters, or symbols used to represent information or instructions
Example
He wrote a code to solve the problem on the computer.
Il a écrit un code pour résoudre le problème sur l'ordinateur.
B2 adjective /ˈdʌsti/

dusty

poussiéreux
Meaning
covered with or full of dust; dry and dull from lack of moisture or use
Example
The old bookshelf was dusty after years of neglect.
La vieille étagère était poussiéreuse après des années de négligence.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈhɛlθfəl/

healthful

salubre
Meaning
Promoting good health; beneficial to health.
Example
A healthful diet includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
Un régime salubre comprend des fruits et des légumes frais.
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 verb /ˈpɒstʃʊleɪt/

postulate

postuler
Meaning
to suggest or assume that something is true as the basis for reasoning or discussion
Example
Scientists postulate that life exists on other planets.
Les scientifiques postulent que la vie existe sur d'autres planètes.
C1 adjective /ˌʌnkɒnstɪˈtuːʃənəl/

Unconstitutional

inconstitutionnel
Meaning
not in accordance with a political constitution; violating constitutional principles
Example
The court declared the new law unconstitutional.
Le tribunal a déclaré que la nouvelle loi était inconstitutionnelle.
B2 noun /ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/

Separation

séparation; division; éloignement
Meaning
the action or state of moving or being moved apart; the division of something into constituent or distinct elements
Example
The separation of the two countries was peaceful.
La séparation des deux pays a été pacifique.
B1 verb /ɪnˈvɛs.tɪ.ɡeɪt/

investigate

enquêter
Meaning
to carry out a systematic inquiry to discover facts or information
Example
The police will investigate the incident thoroughly.
La police enquêtera sur l'incident de manière approfondie.
B2 noun ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti

integrity

intégrité
Meaning
The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.
Example
Teachers' integrity fosters a positive learning environment.
L'intégrité des enseignants favorise un environnement d'apprentissage positif.
A2 adjective kɑːm

calm

calme
Meaning
Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions; peaceful.
Example
The calm environment supports healing.
L'environnement calme soutient la guérison.
A2 adverb /bɪˈjɒnd/

Beyond

au-delà; hors des limites définies;
Meaning
further away than; exceeding; more than
Example
The mountains stretched beyond the horizon.
Les montagnes s'étendaient au-delà de l'horizon.
C1 noun ɔːrˈdiːl

ordeal

épreuve difficile
Meaning
A physical or mental painful experience that must be endured
Example
Surviving the wilderness was a tough ordeal for them.
Survivre dans la nature a été une épreuve difficile pour eux.
B1 noun /saɪt/

site

endroit
Meaning
a location or place, often used for a specific purpose, such as a construction site or a website
Example
The construction site is ready for the next phase of the project.
Le site de construction est prêt pour la prochaine phase du projet.
B2 adjective /ɪˈmens/

Immense

immense; colossal; énorme
Meaning
extremely large or great; huge
Example
The immense mountain range stretched across the horizon.
La chaîne de montagnes immense s'étendait à travers l'horizon.
C2 noun/verb /ɡraʊs/

grouse

se plaindre / un type d'oiseau
Meaning
A type of bird; or to complain or grumble persistently.
Example
He always grouses about the long hours at work.
Il se plaint toujours des longues heures de travail.
B1 adjective /ˈæbsənt/

absent

absent
Meaning
not present at a place or event
Example
She was absent from the meeting yesterday.
Elle était absente à la réunion hier.
C2 noun /ˈhɔːtɪnəs/

haughtiness

arrogance
Meaning
The appearance or quality of being arrogantly superior and disdainful.
Example
His haughtiness made him unpopular among his peers.
Son arrogance l'a rendu impopulaire parmi ses pairs.
A2 verb /bɪˈheɪv/

behave

se comporter
Meaning
to act in a particular way; to conduct oneself
Example
Children should behave well in school.
Les enfants doivent bien se comporter à l'école.
C1 adjective /ˈplɒd.ɪŋ/

plodding

lent et ennuyeux
Meaning
slow-moving and unexciting; showing steady effort
Example
The movie was entertaining but a bit plodding in the middle.
Le film était divertissant, mais un peu lent et ennuyeux au milieu.
C1 noun kənˌsɒl.ɪˈdeɪ.ʃən

Consolidation

consolidation de la mémoire
Meaning
The process of converting newly learned information into long-term memory
Example
Sleep plays a key role in memory consolidation.
Le sommeil joue un rôle clé dans la consolidation de la mémoire.
B2 adjective /ˈhelp.ləs/

Helpless

sans défense; impuissant; vulnérable
Meaning
unable to defend oneself or act without help; powerless; vulnerable
Example
The child felt helpless when lost in the crowded market.
L'enfant se sentait sans défense lorsqu'il s'est perdu dans le marché bondé.
B2 noun ˈkrɪp.toʊˌkɝː.ən.si

cryptocurrency

cryptomonnaie
Meaning
Decentralized digital currency operated using blockchain technology.
Example
Bitcoin is the most popular cryptocurrency in the market.
Bitcoin est la cryptomonnaie la plus populaire sur le marché.
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.
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.
A1 adverb /nɒt/

not

non
Meaning
used to make a word or phrase negative
Example
I do not like spicy food.
Je n'aime pas la nourriture épicée.
C1 noun /ˈtʃæriət/

Chariot

char de guerre
Meaning
an ancient horse-drawn vehicle used in warfare and racing
Example
The warrior rode his chariot into battle with great courage.
Le guerrier monta son char de guerre avec un grand courage.
C2 noun /ˌfɪzɪˈɑːkrəsi/

physiocracy

fisiocratie
Meaning
an economic theory that land and its natural products are the source of wealth
Example
Physiocracy emphasized the importance of agriculture in national wealth.
La fisiocratie a souligné l'importance de l'agriculture dans la richesse nationale.
C2 adjective /ˈpɛnɪtrəbl/

penetrable

pénétrable
Meaning
Capable of being passed through or entered.
Example
The thin wall was easily penetrable.
Le mur mince était facilement pénétrable.
A1 noun /striːt/

street

rue
Meaning
a public road in a city or town, typically with buildings on one or both sides
Example
He walked down the street to the park.
Il marchait dans la rue jusqu'au parc.
A1 noun /tʃeɪndʒ/

change

changement
Meaning
The act or instance of making or becoming different.
Example
Change is inevitable for growth.
Le changement est inévitable pour la croissance.
B2 noun /brest/

Breast

poitrine
Meaning
the front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and the stomach
Example
The baby fell asleep on her mother's breast.
Le bébé s'est endormi sur la poitrine de sa mère.
C1 noun /ˈʃoʊ.vəˌnɪz.əm/

chauvinism

Meaning
Excessive or prejudiced support for one's own cause, group, or gender, often with contempt for others.
Example
The company's culture was criticized for promoting male chauvinism.
C2 verb /ˈhɑːrkən/

hearken

écouter attentivement
Meaning
To listen attentively; to give heed.
Example
He would hearken to his mentor’s advice before making decisions.
Il écouterait attentivement les conseils de son mentor avant de prendre des décisions.
C1 adjective /ˈpæl.ə.tə.bəl/

palatable

agréable
Meaning
pleasant or acceptable to the taste, mind, or feelings
Example
The meal was simple but quite palatable.
Le repas était simple mais assez agréable.
A1 verb /ˈoʊpən/

open

ouvrir
Meaning
to move something so as to allow access; to begin
Example
Please open the door for me.
s'il vous plaît ouvrez la porte pour moi.
B2 verb /soʊk/

soak

tremper
Meaning
to make something completely wet by immersing it in liquid
Example
She soaked the clothes in water before washing them.
elle a trempé les vêtements dans l'eau avant de les laver.
A1 adjective /ˈbɪzi/

busy

occupé
Meaning
actively engaged in work or activity; occupied
Example
He is too busy to answer the phone.
Il est trop occupé pour répondre au téléphone.
B2 noun əˈmend.mənts

amendments

modifications
Meaning
Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.
Example
Amendments reflect evolving public needs.
Les modifications reflètent les besoins publics évolutifs.
B2 adjective /ˌfæʃ.ənd/

Outdated

obsolète
Meaning
obsolete; no longer current
Example
This computer software is completely outdated.
Ce logiciel informatique est complètement obsolète.
C2 noun /ˈtʃænsəri/

chancery

tribunal de chancellerie
Meaning
A court of equity or the office of a chancellor.
Example
The case was taken to the chancery court for resolution.
L'affaire a été portée devant le tribunal de chancellerie pour résolution.
A1 interjection /oʊ/

oh

Oh
Meaning
used to express surprise, realization, or understanding
Example
Oh, I didn't know you were here!
Oh, je ne savais pas que tu étais ici !
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.
A2 noun /ˈkloʊðɪŋ/

clothing

vêtements
Meaning
items worn to cover the body; apparel collectively
Example
Warm clothing is essential in winter.
Les vêtements chauds sont essentiels en hiver.
C1 adjective /ˈwɪlfəl/

willful

volontaire
Meaning
Deliberate, intentional, or stubbornly determined to do as one wants.
Example
Her willful disregard for the rules got her into trouble.
Son comportement volontaire en ignorant les règles l'a mise dans une situation difficile.
B2 verb /drɪp/

drip

goutter
Meaning
to fall or let fall in drops
Example
Water was dripping from the broken pipe.
L'eau gouttait de la tuyauterie cassée.
C2 verb /kənˈstrɪndʒ/

constringe

contracter
Meaning
to cause to shrink or contract; to constrict
Example
The medicine helped constringe the swollen tissues.
Le médicament a aidé à contracter les tissus enflés.
C1 noun /ˈweɪ.stɪdʒ/

Wastage

gaspillage
Meaning
the action of using or expending something carelessly or without purpose
Example
The company reduced food wastage by implementing better inventory management.
L'entreprise a réduit le gaspillage alimentaire en mettant en place une meilleure gestion des stocks.
B2 verb /kənˈsiːv/

conceive

concevoir, devenir enceinte
Meaning
to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant
Example
It is hard to conceive how such an idea could succeed.
Il est difficile de concevoir comment une idée comme celle-ci pourrait réussir.
C1 noun /ˈɔr.ə.kəl/

Oracle

oracle
Meaning
a person regarded as a source of wise counsel; in ancient times, a priest or priestess acting as a medium
Example
The ancient Greeks consulted the oracle at Delphi.
Les anciens Grecs consultaient l'oracle de Delphes.
C1 noun /ɪnˈfɜːməri/

infirmary

infirmerie
Meaning
A hospital or place where the sick or injured are cared for.
Example
The school had an infirmary for minor injuries.
L'école avait une infirmerie pour les blessures mineures.
C1 verb /ˈweɪvər/

waver

hésiter
Meaning
to become unsteady or indecisive; to hesitate or shake
Example
She began to waver in her decision to move abroad.
Elle a commencé à hésiter dans sa décision de partir à l'étranger.
B2 verb /ˈmɒdənaɪz/

modernize

moderniser
Meaning
To adapt something to modern needs or styles; to update or improve.
Example
The company plans to modernize its IT infrastructure.
L'entreprise prévoit de moderniser son infrastructure informatique.
C1 noun /pəˈzɛsər/

possessor

détenteur
Meaning
A person who owns or holds something.
Example
The possessor of the land built a new house.
Le détenteur de la terre a construit une nouvelle maison.
B2 adjective /ˈɡlɪt.ər.ɪŋ/

Glittering

étincelant; brillant; scintillant
Meaning
shining with bright light; sparkling; brilliant;
Example
The glittering stars filled the clear night sky.
Les étoiles scintillantes ont rempli le ciel clair de la nuit.
A2 noun ˌtræn.spɔːrˈteɪ.ʃən

Transportation

transport
Meaning
The movement of people or goods from one place to another.
Example
Efficient transportation reduces costs.
Le transport efficace réduit les coûts.
C1 noun /ˌsɛnsɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən/

sensitization

sensibilisation
Meaning
The process of becoming sensitive to a substance, situation, or influence.
Example
The doctor warned about the sensitization caused by repeated exposure to chemicals.
Le médecin a averti de la sensibilisation causée par une exposition répétée aux produits chimiques.
B1 adjective pəˈlɪtɪkəl

political

politique
Meaning
Relating to the government or public affairs of a country; relating to politics or political parties.
Example
The political agenda included autonomy.
L'agenda politique incluait l'autonomie.
C2 noun /flæks/

flax

lin
Meaning
a plant whose fibers are used to make linen and whose seeds are edible
Example
Flax is often used in making linen fabrics.
Le lin est souvent utilisé pour fabriquer des tissus en lin.
B2 noun /ˈaɪ.saɪt/

Eyesight

vue
Meaning
the ability to see; vision
Example
Regular eye checkups are important for maintaining good eyesight.
Les examens oculaires réguliers sont importants pour maintenir une bonne vue.
C2 adjective /ɪnˈɡlɔːriəs/

inglorious

honteux
Meaning
Causing shame or disgrace; not bringing honor or glory.
Example
The army suffered an inglorious defeat.
L'armée a subi une défaite honteuse.
C1 noun (plural) /ˈhɪntərlændz/

hinterlands

zones reculées
Meaning
Plural of hinterland; remote or less developed regions.
Example
Explorers traveled deep into the hinterlands of the country.
Les explorateurs ont voyagé profondément dans les zones reculées du pays.
B2 verb ˈɪmplɪment

implement

implémenter
Meaning
To put a decision or plan into effect; to execute or apply.
Example
Implementing educational policies is essential for progress.
Il est essentiel d'implémenter les politiques éducatives pour le progrès.