B2 adjective ˈsɑːləm

solemn

solennel

Meaning

Formal and dignified; characterized by deep sincerity.

Example

The day begins with a solemn ceremony at the memorial.

La journée commence par une cérémonie solennelle au mémorial.

B2 verb /dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒ/

discourage

décourager

Meaning

to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

Example

Failure should not discourage you from trying again.

L'échec ne doit pas vous décourager de recommencer.

B2 noun ˌfʌŋk.ʃəˈnæl.ə.ti

functionality

fonctionnalité

Meaning

The quality of being functional; the ability to work or operate as intended.

Example

The new refrigerator has improved functionality.

Le nouveau réfrigérateur a amélioré la fonctionnalité.

B2 noun, verb /kloʊk/

cloak

manteau

Meaning

a loose outer garment; to cover, hide, or disguise

Example

The spy cloaked his identity with a false name.

L'espion a caché son identité sous un faux nom.

B2 adverb /ɪˈməʊʃənəli/

emotionally

émotionnellement

Meaning

in a way that relates to a person's feelings or emotions

Example

She became emotionally attached to her pet.

Elle est devenue émotionnellement attachée à son animal de compagnie.

B2 verb /daɪˈdʒest/

digest

digérer

Meaning

to break down food in the body; to think about and understand

Example

It takes time to digest a heavy meal.

Il faut du temps pour digérer un repas copieux.

B2 adjective; verb (past/participle) /əˈʃʊrd/

assured

assuré

Meaning

confident and certain; guaranteed or made certain

Example

She felt assured that everything would work out.

Elle était assurée que tout irait bien.

B2 phrase ˈsɛvən ˈhæbɪts

seven habits

sept habitudes

Meaning

Regular behaviors or actions that are done consistently over time, specifically referring to a set of seven key practices.

Example

Even habits help in maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

Même les habitudes aident à maintenir un mode de vie équilibré.

B2 adjective /bɪˈzɑːr/

bizarre

Meaning

very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest or amusement

Example

He told a bizarre story that no one could believe.

Il a raconté une histoire bizarre que personne ne pouvait croire.

B2 noun ɑːmd ˈkɒn.flɪkt

armed conflict

conflit armé

Meaning

A contest of armed forces; warfare between opposing military forces.

Example

Armed conflict resulted in widespread devastation.

Le conflit armé a entraîné une dévastation généralisée.

B2 noun /ˈfriːˌlænsər/

freelancer

travailleur indépendant

Meaning

A person who works independently without being permanently employed by one organization.

Example

She works as a freelancer designing websites for different clients.

Elle travaille en tant que freelance en concevant des sites web pour différents clients.

B2 noun /ɡroʊθ ˈmaɪnd.sɛt/

growth mindset

mentalité de croissance

Meaning

A mindset that believes in learning, developing, and improving skills.

Example

A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.

Une mentalité de croissance aide les individus à relever les défis.

B2 noun /səˈspɛnʃən/

suspension

Meaning

The act of temporarily stopping something; also refers to a system in vehicles that absorbs shock.

Example

The player received a three-game suspension for misconduct.

Le joueur a reçu une suspension de trois matchs pour mauvaise conduite.

B2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrtəbl/

convertible

cabriolet, voiture avec toit rabattable

Meaning

able to be changed into a different form or use; also a car with a roof that can be folded down

Example

She drove her new convertible along the coastal road.

Elle a conduit sa nouvelle voiture décapotable sur la route côtière.

B2 adjective /ʌnprəˈfɛʃ.ən.əl/

Unprofessional

non professionnel

Meaning

not conforming to the standards expected in a particular profession

Example

His unprofessional behavior led to his dismissal from the company.

Son comportement non professionnel a conduit à son licenciement de l'entreprise.

B2 noun ˈven.tʃərz

ventures

entreprise

Meaning

Business enterprises or undertakings, especially risky ones.

Example

Luxury ventures in space attract wealthy clients.

Les ventures de luxe dans l'espace attirent des clients fortunés.

B2 verb /dʒɑːɡ/

jog

jogger

Meaning

to run at a slow, steady pace for exercise

Example

She jogs every morning in the park.

Elle fait du jogging chaque matin dans le parc.

B2 verb /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/

demolish

démolir

Meaning

to destroy completely, especially a building or structure

Example

The city decided to demolish the old stadium to build a new one.

La ville a décidé de démolir l'ancien stade pour en construire un nouveau.

B2 adjective /ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃənəl/

organizational

organisationnel

Meaning

relating to the structure or arrangement of a company or group

Example

He works on improving the organizational structure of the company.

Il travaille à améliorer la structure organisationnelle de l'entreprise.

B2 adjective /rɪˈlaɪ.ənt/

reliant

dépendant

Meaning

depending on someone or something for support

Example

The country is too reliant on imported goods.

Le pays dépend trop des biens importés.

B2 noun, verb /dɪˈfɔːlt/

default

défaut

Meaning

failure to fulfill an obligation, especially to repay a loan

Example

The company defaulted on its loan payments.

L'entreprise a fait défaut sur ses paiements de prêt.

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪvərəbl/

favourable

favorable

Meaning

Expressing approval, support, or positivity; advantageous or beneficial

Example

The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event.

Les conditions météorologiques étaient favorables pour l'événement en plein air.

B2 noun ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈvɝː.sə.t̬i

biodiversity

biodiversité

Meaning

The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

Example

Rainforests are home to immense biodiversity.

Les forêts tropicales abritent une grande biodiversité.

B2 adjective /dɪˈsaɪsɪv/

decisive

décisif

Meaning

Having the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively; determining the outcome.

Example

Her decisive action saved the company from collapse.

Son action décisive a sauvé l'entreprise de l'effondrement.

B2 noun /ˈkrɪstəl/

crystal

cristal

Meaning

a clear, transparent mineral or glass that forms a solid structure with regular patterns

Example

She wore a necklace made of sparkling crystal.

Elle portait un collier fait de cristal étincelant.

B2 noun /ˈæsɪd/

acid

acide

Meaning

a chemical substance that reacts with bases and has a sour taste

Example

Lemons contain citric acid.

Les citrons contiennent de l'acide citrique.

B2 adjective ˌpriːhɪˈstɒrɪk

prehistoric

préhistorique, avant les archives écrites

Meaning

Belonging to the time before written records.

Example

The prehistoric era was marked by the rise of early humans.

L'ère préhistorique a été marquée par l'ascension des premiers humains.

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.

B2 noun /ˈtɛlɪˌskoʊp/

telescope

télescope

Meaning

An optical instrument used to make distant objects appear closer and larger by collecting and focusing light.

Example

The astronomer used a telescope to observe the distant planets.

L'astronome a utilisé un télescope pour observer les planètes lointaines.

B2 noun ˈɡeɪm.pleɪ

gameplay

jouabilité

Meaning

The tactical aspects of a game, such as its plot and the way it is played.

Example

The team's gameplay was innovative.

La jouabilité de l'équipe était innovante.

B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

toxique; mortel

Meaning

containing poison; toxic; deadly

Example

The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.

Le serpent est très toxique et dangereux.

B2 noun /ˌref.jʊˈdʒiː/

Refugee

réfugié

Meaning

a person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster

Example

The refugee camp provided temporary shelter for thousands of displaced families.

Le camp de réfugiés a fourni un abri temporaire pour des milliers de familles déplacées.

B2 noun /ɡʌlf/

Gulf

golfe

Meaning

a deep inlet of the sea almost surrounded by land; a wide gap or difference between people or groups

Example

The Persian Gulf is an important waterway for international shipping and oil transport.

Le golfe Persique est une voie navigable importante pour le transport international de marchandises et de pétrole.

B2 noun /ˈsikwəl/

Sequel

suite

Meaning

a published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one; something that takes place after or as a result of an earlier event

Example

The movie sequel was even more successful than the original.

La suite du film a été encore plus réussie que l'original.

B2 adverb /kənˈsɪstəntli/

consistently

constamment

Meaning

in a way that does not vary; regularly and dependably

Example

She has been performing consistently well in her studies.

Elle a constamment bien performé dans ses études.

B2 noun /ˈɡræfɪks/

graphics

graphismes

Meaning

visual images, designs, or drawings used to convey information or artistic expression

Example

The website uses stunning graphics to attract visitors.

Le site utilise des graphismes impressionnants pour attirer les visiteurs.

B2 noun /beɪ/

Bay

baie

Meaning

a broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward

Example

The boats are anchored in the bay.

Les bateaux sont ancrés dans la baie.

B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməl/

minimal

Meaning

the smallest or least amount possible

Example

The damage to the car was minimal after the accident.

Les dégâts à la voiture étaient minimes après l'accident.

B2 verb /bɪˈfrɛnd/

befriend

se lier d'amitié

Meaning

to act as a friend to someone; to make friends with

Example

She befriended the new student at school.

Elle s'est liée d'amitié avec le nouvel élève à l'école.

B2 adverb /ˈfɔ:rmoast/

Foremost

avant tout; principalement

Meaning

most importantly; above all; in the first place

Example

First and foremost, we need to ensure safety.

D'abord et avant tout, nous devons garantir la sécurité.

B2 verb ˈsiːlɪŋ

sealing

sceller, fermer

Meaning

The action of closing or blocking something to prevent entry or escape.

Example

Sealing cracks in the walls can prevent pests from entering.

Sceller les fissures dans les murs peut empêcher les insectes d'entrer.

B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.rə.si/

Piracy

piraterie

Meaning

the practice of attacking and robbing ships at sea; the unauthorized use or reproduction of copyrighted material

Example

Software piracy costs companies billions of dollars annually.

Le piratage de logiciels coute des milliards de dollars aux entreprises chaque annee.

B2 noun ˈhoʊmˌskuː.lɪŋ

homeschooling

école à domicile

Meaning

The practice of educating children at home rather than sending them to a school.

Example

Homeschooling allows parents to tailor education to their child's needs.

L'école à domicile permet aux parents d'adapter l'éducation aux besoins de leur enfant.

B2 noun /əˈɡrɛʃən/

aggression

agression

Meaning

hostile or violent behavior towards others

Example

His sudden aggression surprised everyone in the meeting.

Sa soudaine agression a surpris tout le monde à la réunion.

B2 noun /ˈbɛriəl/

burial

enterrement

Meaning

the act of placing a dead body into the ground.

Example

The burial ceremony took place in the afternoon.

La cérémonie de l'enterrement a eu lieu l'après-midi.

B2 noun ˌkʌl.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən

cultivation

culture

Meaning

The practice of preparing and using land for crops or gardening; the action of improving or developing something.

Example

The cultivation of organic crops has increased worldwide.

La culture de cultures biologiques a augmenté dans le monde entier.

B2 noun /əbˈsɛʃən/

obsession

Meaning

An idea, thought, or concern that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person's mind.

Example

His obsession with success drove him to work day and night.

Son obsession pour le succès l'a poussé à travailler jour et nuit.

B2 verb /ˈkæt.ɪ.ɡə.raɪzd/

categorized

classé

Meaning

Placed in a particular class or group.

Example

The city was categorized as highly polluted.

La ville a été classée comme hautement polluée.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈwaɪz/

unwise

imprudent

Meaning

Showing poor judgment; not sensible or prudent.

Example

It would be unwise to invest all your money in one company.

Il serait imprudent d'investir tout votre argent dans une seule entreprise.

B2 noun (plural) /ˈtæk.tɪks/

tactics

stratégies

Meaning

specific methods or actions used to achieve a goal, especially in military or competition

Example

The team changed their tactics to win the game.

L'équipe a changé ses tactiques pour gagner le match.

B2 adjective /ɪkˈstɪr.i.ər/

Exterior

extérieur; extérieur; surface extérieure

Meaning

relating to the outside part or surface of something; outer

Example

The exterior of the building was painted in bright colors.

L'extérieur du bâtiment était peint en couleurs vives.

B2 adjective /ˌprɒb.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Problematic

problématique; causant des problèmes

Meaning

causing problems; troublesome; difficult to deal with

Example

The new policy changes are problematic and need to be reviewed.

Les nouveaux changements de politique sont problématiques et doivent être examinés.

B2 noun /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

véhicules autonomes

Meaning

Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.

Example

Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.

Les véhicules autonomes révolutionnent l'avenir du transport.

B2 adjective /ˈkwestʃənəbl/

Questionable

suspect

Meaning

doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion

Example

His questionable business practices led to an investigation.

Ses pratiques commerciales suspectes ont conduit à une enquête.

B2 verb /ˈɡʌvərn/

govern

gouverner

Meaning

to control and direct the public policy and affairs of a state, organization, or people

Example

The president governs the country wisely.

Le président gouverne le pays avec sagesse.

B2 verb /pɪntʃ/

pinch

pincer

Meaning

to squeeze tightly between the fingers; to take a small amount

Example

She pinched a bit of salt into the soup.

Elle a mis un peu de sel dans la soupe.

B2 adjective dʒəˈnet.ɪk

genetic

génétique

Meaning

Relating to genes or heredity; concerning the transmission of inherited characteristics.

Example

Genetic traits influence physical characteristics.

Les traits génétiques influencent les caractéristiques physiques.

B2 noun /moʊˈmɛn.təm/

momentum

élan

Meaning

The quantity of motion of a moving body; the impetus and driving force gained by the development of a process or course of events.

Example

The company gained momentum after launching a new product.

L'entreprise a pris de l'élan après le lancement d'un nouveau produit.

B2 adjective /esˈθet.ɪk/

Aesthetic

esthétique

Meaning

Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.

Example

Good aesthetic design enhances product appeal.

Un bon design esthétique améliore l'attrait du produit.

B2 verb /ˈtrɪɡər/

trigger

déclencher

Meaning

To cause something to happen or start, often suddenly.

Example

The loud noise triggered the alarm system.

Le bruit fort a déclenché le système d'alarme.

B2 noun/adjective /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/

republican

républicain

Meaning

a member or supporter of a republican political party or system

Example

The republican candidate won the election.

Le candidat républicain a remporté l'élection.

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.

B2 adjective /dɪˈtætʃt/

detached

détaché, séparé

Meaning

separate or disconnected; showing a lack of emotional involvement

Example

He lived in a detached house away from the city.

Il vivait dans une maison séparée loin de la ville.

B2 adjective /ˈlɪtərɛri/

literary

littéraire

Meaning

concerning the writing, study, or content of literature

Example

She is a well-known figure in the literary world.

Elle est une figure bien connue dans le monde littéraire.

B2 adjective /rɪˈzɜːrvd/

Reserved

réservé; introverti

Meaning

slow to reveal emotion or opinions; restrained in manner

Example

She is quite reserved and doesn't talk much in meetings.

Elle est assez réservée et ne parle pas beaucoup lors des réunions.

B2 conjunction /wɛərˈæz/

whereas

alors que

Meaning

used to introduce a contrast or comparison between two facts

Example

She prefers tea, whereas he likes coffee.

Elle préfère le thé, alors que lui préfère le café.

B2 adverb /ˈsɒftli/

softly

doucement ou calmement

Meaning

in a gentle or quiet way.

Example

She spoke softly so as not to wake the baby.

Elle parla doucement pour ne pas réveiller le bébé.

B2 verb /rɪˈkɔːl/

recall

rappeler

Meaning

to bring (a memory, fact, or situation) back into one's mind

Example

I can't recall the last time we met.

Je ne peux pas me souvenir de la dernière fois que nous nous sommes rencontrés.

B2 noun /ˈsæb.ə.tɑːʒ/

Sabotage

sabotage

Meaning

deliberate destruction of equipment or disruption of activities

Example

The factory was shut down due to an act of sabotage.

L'usine a été fermée à cause d'un acte de sabotage.

B2 adverb /ɔːˈθentɪkli/

authentically

authentiquement

Meaning

in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin

Example

She speaks authentically about her experiences.

Elle parle authentiquement de ses expériences.

B2 noun ˈmaɪnd.set

mindset

état d’esprit

Meaning

The established set of attitudes held by someone.

Example

A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.

Une mentalité de croissance aide les individus à relever les défis.

B2 adjective /ˈdræs.tɪk/

Drastic

drastique; sévère; ayant un impact fort

Meaning

extreme; severe; having a strong or far-reaching effect

Example

The company took drastic measures to reduce costs.

L'entreprise a pris des mesures drastiques pour réduire les coûts.

B2 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Disability

handicap

Meaning

a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities

Example

Despite his physical disability, he became a successful athlete in wheelchair racing.

Malgré son handicap physique, il est devenu un athlète à succès dans les courses en fauteuil roulant.

B2 noun /wʌn θɜːd/

one-third

un tiers

Meaning

one part of something that is divided into three equal parts

Example

One-third of the class was absent today.

Un tiers de la classe était absent aujourd'hui.

B2 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

réguler

Meaning

to control or maintain according to rules or laws

Example

The government regulates food safety.

Le gouvernement régule la sécurité alimentaire.

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 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 /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

insignificant

insignifiant

Meaning

Too small or unimportant to be worth considering.

Example

The cost was so insignificant that nobody noticed it.

Le coût était tellement insignifiant que personne ne l'a remarqué.

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 adjective /sɔːr/

sore

douloureux

Meaning

painful or aching, usually in a specific part of the body

Example

After the long run, my legs were sore.

Après la longue course, mes jambes étaient douloureuses.

B2 noun, verb /ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns/

inconvenience

désagrément

Meaning

trouble or difficulty caused to someone; to cause trouble or difficulty to someone

Example

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay.

Nous nous excusons pour tout désagrément causé par le retard.

B2 noun /biːt/

Beet

betterave

Meaning

a plant with a round dark red root that is eaten as a vegetable

Example

Roasted beet with goat cheese makes a delicious salad.

La betterave rôtie avec du fromage de chèvre fait une salade délicieuse.

B2 noun /ˈsteɪdiəm/

stadium

stade

Meaning

a large structure with seating for sports, concerts, or other events

Example

Thousands of fans filled the stadium to watch the final match.

Des milliers de fans ont rempli le stade pour regarder le match final.

B2 noun ˈkwɒlɪti sliːp

quality sleep

sommeil de qualité

Meaning

Deep and healthy sleep that is adequate and restorative, ensuring physical and mental well-being

Example

Quality sleep improves cognitive function and overall health.

Le sommeil de qualité améliore la fonction cognitive et la santé en général.

B2 noun /træŋˈkwɪləti/

tranquility

tranquillité

Meaning

the quality or state of being calm and peaceful

Example

He enjoyed the tranquility of the countryside.

Il a apprécié la tranquillité de la campagne.

B2 noun /ɪnˈvɒlvmənt/

involvement

implication

Meaning

the act of taking part in something

Example

His involvement in the project was crucial.

Son implication dans le projet était cruciale.

B2 noun ˈsiːzənəl ˈvedʒtəbəlz

seasonal vegetables

légumes de saison

Meaning

Vegetables that grow during specific seasons or times of the year

Example

Seasonal vegetables grow abundantly in winter.

Les légumes de saison poussent abondamment en hiver.

B2 noun /ˈwɒrənti/

warranty

garantie

Meaning

A written guarantee given by a manufacturer or seller promising to repair or replace a product if necessary within a specified period.

Example

The laptop comes with a two-year warranty.

L'ordinateur portable vient avec une garantie de deux ans.

B2 noun /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

B2 verb /ˈtɛmpər/

temper

tempérer

Meaning

to moderate, soften, or tone down something; also to strengthen by heat treatment (as in metal).

Example

She tried to temper her criticism with kindness.

Elle a essayé de tempérer sa critique avec de la gentillesse.

B2 noun /sɛnˈseɪʃən/

Sensation

sensation; excitation; agitation; émoi

Meaning

a physical feeling or perception resulting from something that happens to or comes into contact with the body; a widespread reaction of interest and excitement

Example

The new singer became an overnight sensation.

Le nouveau chanteur est devenu une sensation en une nuit.

B2 noun /tsuːˈnɑː.mi/

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 noun /ˌtɜːrməˈnɑːlədʒi/

terminology

terminologie

Meaning

the set of technical or special words used in a particular subject

Example

Medical terminology can be difficult for new students to understand.

La terminologie médicale peut être difficile à comprendre pour les nouveaux étudiants.

B2 adverb /ˈstrɪktli/

strictly

strictement

Meaning

in a way that follows rules or limits completely

Example

Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the building.

Il est strictement interdit de fumer à l'intérieur du bâtiment.

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 adjective /fræŋk/

Frank

honnête; ouvert; direct; sincère

Meaning

honest; open; straightforward; candid

Example

She gave me a frank opinion about my presentation.

elle m'a donné un avis franc sur ma présentation.

B2 adjective /ˈʌpˌraɪt/

Upright

honnête et moralement correct; vertical ou dressé en position

Meaning

honest and morally correct; vertical or erect in position

Example

She is known for being an upright and honest businesswoman.

Elle est connue pour être une femme d'affaires honnête et droite.

B2 verb /kənˈsiːl/

conceal

cacher

Meaning

to hide something or keep it secret

Example

He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile.

Il a essayé de cacher sa déception derrière un sourire.

B2 adjective /ˌkaɪnd ˈhɑːrtɪd/

kind-hearted

gentil

Meaning

Having a kind and generous nature; showing compassion and care for others.

Example

She is known as a kind-hearted teacher who always helps her students.

Elle est connue comme une enseignante gentille qui aide toujours ses élèves.

B2 verb /kəˈmɛns/

commence

commencer

Meaning

to begin or start something

Example

The ceremony will commence at noon.

La cérémonie commencera à midi.

B2 adjective /pəˈzes.ɪv/

Possessive

bonheur

Meaning

showing a desire to own or control something; unwilling to share; jealously protective

Example

He is very possessive about his car.

Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.

B2 adjective /əˈstɒnɪʃt/

astonished

étonné

Meaning

feeling very surprised or amazed

Example

She was astonished by the magician's incredible trick.

Elle était étonnée par l'incroyable tour du magicien.

B2 adjective /raɪp/

Ripe

mûr; prêt à manger

Meaning

fully developed and ready to eat; mature; ready for action or use

Example

The bananas are ripe and ready to eat.

Les bananes sont mûres et prêtes à manger.

B2 noun /buːθ/

booth

cabine

Meaning

a small enclosed space or area used for a specific purpose, such as voting or selling.

Example

He went into the voting booth to cast his ballot.

Il est allé dans la cabine de vote pour déposer son bulletin.

B2 adjective /ˈslʌɡ.ɪʃ/

Sluggish

lent; paresseux; inactif

Meaning

slow-moving; lacking energy or alertness; inactive

Example

The old computer became sluggish after running for hours.

L'ordinateur vieux est devenu lent après avoir fonctionné pendant des heures.

B2 noun /mɪθ/

myth

mythe

Meaning

A traditional story explaining natural or social phenomena, often involving supernatural beings; a widely held but false belief.

Example

The myth of the phoenix tells of a bird reborn from its ashes.

Le mythe du phénix raconte l'histoire d'un oiseau renaissant de ses cendres.

B2 noun /ˈsuː.ɪ.saɪd/

Suicide

suicide

Meaning

the act of intentionally killing oneself

Example

Mental health professionals work to prevent suicide.

Les professionnels de la santé mentale travaillent pour prévenir le suicide.

B2 noun /ˈpɪlər/

pillar

pilier

Meaning

a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system

Example

The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.

Le temple ancien était soutenu par d'énormes piliers en pierre.

B2 noun /ˌek.əˈnɒm.ɪk səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

economic sustainability

durabilité économique

Meaning

The ability of an economy to support a defined level of economic production indefinitely.

Example

Economic sustainability drives long-term growth.

La durabilité économique stimule la croissance à long terme.

B2 noun /ˈsɛnət/

senate

sénat

Meaning

a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature

Example

The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill.

Le sénat a voté en faveur du nouveau projet de loi sur la santé.

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnt/

intent

intention

Meaning

the purpose or reason behind an action; a strong determination to do something

Example

Her intent was to improve the quality of education in the community.

Son intention était d'améliorer la qualité de l'éducation dans la communauté.

B2 noun /ˈɡwɑːvə/

Guava

goyave

Meaning

a tropical fruit with sweet pink or white flesh and small seeds

Example

I love eating fresh guava from the tree in our garden.

J'adore manger de la goyave fraîche du jardin.

B2 noun /ˈsɪmp.təmz/

symptoms

symptômes

Meaning

signs or indications of a disease or condition

Example

Fever and cough are common symptoms of the flu.

La fièvre et la toux sont des symptômes courants de la grippe.

B2 noun ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃənz

revolutions

révolutions

Meaning

Dramatic and wide-reaching changes in political, social, or economic systems, often involving the overthrow of a government or social order.

Example

Revolutions often lead to significant societal changes.

Les révolutions mènent souvent à des changements sociaux importants.

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

Industrial Revolution

Révolution industrielle

Meaning

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

Example

The Industrial Revolution marked a shift in production processes.

La Révolution industrielle a marqué un changement dans les processus de production.

B2 noun /ˈaʊtbɜːrst/

outburst

éruption soudaine de colère ou d'émotion

Meaning

a sudden release of strong emotion or activity

Example

She had an angry outburst during the meeting.

Elle a eu un accès de colère pendant la réunion.

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪə.səm/

Tiresome

fatigant; ennuyeux

Meaning

causing weariness or boredom; tedious

Example

The long lecture was tiresome and repetitive.

La longue conférence était fatigante et répétitive.

B2 noun /ˈliːtər/

litre

Meaning

a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters; commonly used to measure liquids

Example

She bought a litre of milk from the shop.

Elle a acheté un litre de lait au magasin.

B2 verb /kənˈfrʌnt/

confront

confronter

Meaning

to face someone or something directly, especially in a challenge or conflict

Example

She had to confront her fears before making the speech.

Elle a dû confronter ses peurs avant de faire son discours.

B2 noun ˈkɛmɪkəl weɪst

chemical waste

déchets chimiques

Meaning

Waste material from industrial or laboratory processes that contains harmful chemicals.

Example

Chemical waste pollutes water bodies.

Les déchets chimiques polluent les plans d'eau.