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C2 noun/verb /ˈsʌkər/

succor

secours
Meaning
Assistance and support in times of hardship or distress.
Example
The charity provided succor to the flood victims.
La charité a fourni du secours aux victimes des inondations.
A1 determiner /sʌtʃ/

such

tel
Meaning
of the type previously mentioned or specified
Example
I have never seen such a beautiful painting.
Je n'ai jamais vu une telle peinture magnifique.
B2 noun /sɪmˈplɪsɪti/

Simplicity

simplicité; clarté
Meaning
the quality of being simple; lack of complexity or intricacy
Example
The beauty of the design lies in its simplicity.
La beauté du design réside dans sa simplicité.
C1 adjective ˈsɪŋ.krə.nəs

synchronous

synchrone
Meaning
Existing or occurring at the same time.
Example
Synchronous learning involves live online classes.
L'apprentissage synchrone implique des cours en ligne en direct.
C1 verb /ˈsmʌðər/

smother

étouffer / asphyxier
Meaning
to kill someone by covering their nose and mouth to prevent breathing; to cover something completely; to overwhelm with excessive attention or affection
Example
She smothered the fire with a blanket.
Elle a étouffé le feu avec une couverture.
B2 noun /ˈstɑːrt.ʌp/

startup

nouvelle entreprise
Meaning
A newly established business, especially a small technology or business company that is just beginning operations.
Example
The startup secured funding from investors.
La startup a sécurisé des fonds auprès des investisseurs.
B2 noun/verb /ˈslɔː.tər/

slaughter

abattage / massacre
Meaning
the killing of animals for food; killing in large numbers violently
Example
The army slaughtered hundreds of enemy soldiers.
L'armée a tué des centaines de soldats ennemis.
C2 adjective /spraɪ/

spry

dynamique
Meaning
active and lively, especially in old age
Example
The spry grandmother surprised everyone with her quick dance steps.
La grand-mère dynamique a surpris tout le monde avec ses pas de danse rapides.
B2 adjective /ˈsɛkʃʊəl/

sexual

sexuel
Meaning
relating to the instincts, physiological processes, and activities connected with physical attraction or intimate physical contact between individuals
Example
The sexual health of individuals is an important topic in modern medicine.
La santé sexuelle des individus est un sujet important en médecine moderne.
B2 noun /ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/

storage

stockage
Meaning
the action or method of storing something for future use
Example
The warehouse offers plenty of storage space.
L'entrepôt offre beaucoup d'espace de stockage.
B1 noun, verb /skiːm/

scheme

plan / complot
Meaning
a plan or arrangement, especially one that is secret or dishonest
Example
They devised a scheme to cheat investors.
Ils ont conçu un plan pour tromper les investisseurs.
C1 verb /spɔːn/

spawn

générer
Meaning
to produce or generate, often in large numbers
Example
The video game has spawned many sequels.
Le jeu vidéo a généré de nombreuses suites.
C1 noun /ˈsæf.aɪər/

Saphire

saphir
Meaning
a precious stone that is typically blue in color
Example
The royal crown was adorned with a large sapphire.
La couronne royale était ornée d'un grand saphir.
C1 noun speɪst ˌrep.ɪˈtɪʃ.ən

spaced repetition

répétition espacée
Meaning
A learning technique that involves reviewing information at increasing intervals to improve long-term retention.
Example
Spaced repetition helps in long-term memory retention.
La répétition espacée aide à maintenir la mémoire à long terme.
B2 adjective /sɑːrˈkæstɪk/

sarcastic

sarcastique
Meaning
Using irony or mockery to convey contempt or humor.
Example
She made a sarcastic remark about his cooking.
Elle a fait une remarque sarcastique sur sa cuisine.
B2 noun (plural) /skræps/

scraps

restes
Meaning
Small pieces left over from something; also small fights or quarrels.
Example
The dog ate the scraps from the table.
Le chien a mangé les restes de la table.
B2 noun ˈʃeɪdɪd ˈɛəriə

shaded area

zone ombragée
Meaning
An area that is protected from direct sunlight.
Example
We sat in a shaded area by the riverbank.
Nous nous sommes assis dans une zone ombragée près de la rive.
C1 adjective /ˈsaʊnd.pruːf/

Sound-proof

insonorisé; empêchant le son d'entrer ou de sortir
Meaning
impervious to sound; preventing sound from entering or leaving
Example
The recording studio has sound-proof walls.
Le studio d'enregistrement a des murs insonorisés.
B2 adjective/noun /staʊt/

stout

épais / robuste
Meaning
Strong, thick, or heavily built; also a kind of dark beer
Example
The stout man lifted the heavy box with ease.
L'homme épais a soulevé la boîte lourde avec facilité.
C2 adjective /ˌsɪkəˈfæntɪk/

sycophantic

flatteur
Meaning
Behaving in a way that is excessively obedient or servile to gain favor.
Example
His sycophantic behavior annoyed his colleagues.
Son comportement flatteur agacé ses collègues.
B2 noun /ˈsɑːfmɔːr/

sophomore

étudiant en deuxième année
Meaning
a student in their second year of study at a university or high school
Example
He’s a sophomore in college, studying computer science.
Il est étudiant en deuxième année à l'université, étudiant les sciences informatiques.
C1 adjective/noun /ˈsʌkjələnt/

succulent

juteux
Meaning
Juicy or full of juice; also refers to a plant with thick, fleshy leaves adapted to storing water.
Example
The steak was so succulent that everyone enjoyed it.
Le steak était tellement juteux que tout le monde l'a apprécié.
A1 noun /ˈsæləd/

salad

salade
Meaning
a dish consisting of various ingredients, typically including vegetables, which are usually mixed with a dressing
Example
She made a fresh salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
Elle a préparé une salade fraîche avec de la laitue, des tomates et des concombres.
C1 noun /ˈskep.tɪ.sɪ.zəm/

skepticism

scepticisme, doute
Meaning
A skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something.
Example
His skepticism about new technology often makes him resistant to change.
Son scepticisme à propos de la nouvelle technologie le rend souvent résistant au changement.
C2 noun /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndəns/

superintendence

supervision
Meaning
the act of overseeing, supervising, or managing
Example
The superintendence of the school is the principal’s duty.
La supervision de l'école est le devoir du principal.
B2 noun /ˈʃɛərˌhoʊldər/

shareholder

actionnaire
Meaning
an individual or organization that owns shares in a company
Example
Each shareholder has the right to vote at the annual meeting.
Chaque actionnaire a le droit de voter lors de l'assemblée générale annuelle.
B1 adjective /ˌstreɪtˈfɔːwəd/

straightforward

simple
Meaning
easy to understand or do; simple
Example
Her explanation was straightforward and clear.
Son explication était simple et claire.
B2 noun /ˈspɛktrəm/

spectrum

spectre
Meaning
A range of different things, often related to colors, ideas, or classifications.
Example
The festival attracted people from across the political spectrum.
Le festival a attiré des gens de tout le spectre politique.
A1 verb /ˈstʌdi/

study

étudier
Meaning
to learn about something; to examine carefully; to research
Example
I study mathematics every evening.
J'étudie les mathématiques chaque soir.
B2 verb /sæk/

sack

renvoyer
Meaning
to dismiss from a job; to put something in a sack
Example
The company sacked him for poor performance.
L'entreprise l'a renvoyé pour mauvaise performance.
A1 adjective /sloʊ/

slow

lent
Meaning
moving or happening at a low speed
Example
The car moved slowly down the street.
La voiture roulait lentement dans la rue.
C1 noun səˌsɛp.təˈbɪl.ə.ti

susceptibility

sensibilité
Meaning
The quality of being likely to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing; vulnerability.
Example
High susceptibility to infections requires extra care.
Une susceptibilité élevée aux infections nécessite des soins supplémentaires.
A2 adjective /ˈsaɪ.lənt/

Silent

silencieux; calme; tranquille
Meaning
making no sound; quiet; not speaking
Example
The library was completely silent during study hours.
La bibliothèque était complètement silencieuse pendant les heures d'étude.
C2 noun /ˈsteɪtkraft/

statecraft

art de gouverner
Meaning
The art of governing and managing state affairs effectively.
Example
The leader was praised for his exceptional statecraft in handling international relations.
Le leader a été félicité pour son art de gouverner exceptionnel dans la gestion des relations internationales.
B1 noun, verb /stɒk/

stock

inventaire
Meaning
a supply of goods kept for sale or use; to keep or fill with goods
Example
The shop stocks a wide variety of products.
Le magasin a un large assortiment de produits.
C2 noun /ˈsʌbtrəˌhɛnd/

subtrahend

minuende
Meaning
a number that is to be subtracted from another number
Example
In the equation 10 - 4, the number 4 is the subtrahend.
Dans l'équation 10 - 4, le nombre 4 est le minuende.
C1 adjective /ʃruːd/

Shrewd

astucieux; perspicace; malin
Meaning
having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute
Example
The shrewd businessman made a profitable deal in the competitive market.
L'homme d'affaires astucieux a conclu un accord rentable sur le marché compétitif.
C1 noun, verb /strænd/

strand

fil / bloqué
Meaning
Noun: A single thin length of thread, wire, or similar. Verb: To leave someone or something without a way of moving or leaving.
Example
The storm stranded many tourists on the island.
La tempête a laissé de nombreux touristes bloqués sur l'île.
C1 verb /ˈstɪp.jʊ.leɪt/

stipulate

stipuler
Meaning
to demand or specify a condition in an agreement or contract
Example
The contract stipulates that payment must be made within 30 days.
Le contrat stipule que le paiement doit être effectué dans les 30 jours.
C1 adjective /ˈsiː.di/

Seedy

plein de graines; sale et dégradant; en mauvais état
Meaning
squalid and disreputable; shabby and run-down; full of seeds
Example
They avoided walking through the seedy part of town at night.
Ils évitaient de marcher dans la partie sale et dégradante de la ville la nuit.
B1 noun /ˈsʌb.stəns/

Substance

substance
Meaning
a particular kind of matter with uniform properties; the essential nature of something; material or content
Example
The scientist analyzed the unknown substance in the laboratory.
Le scientifique a analysé la substance inconnue dans le laboratoire.
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.
A2 noun /skɜːrt/

Skirt

jupe
Meaning
a garment that hangs from the waist and covers part or all of the legs
Example
She chose a blue skirt to match her blouse.
Elle a choisi une jupe bleue pour assortir avec son chemisier.
C2 noun /ˈslæt.ən/

slattern

femme négligée
Meaning
a woman who is untidy or slovenly in appearance or habits
Example
The house looked as if a slattern lived there.
La maison avait l'air d'avoir une femme négligée qui y vivait.
C1 verb /ˈʃʌdər/

shudder

frissonner
Meaning
to tremble or shake suddenly, often due to fear, cold, or strong emotion
Example
She shuddered at the thought of walking alone in the dark forest.
Elle frissonna à l'idée de marcher seule dans la forêt sombre.
B2 noun /səbˈskraɪbər/

subscriber

abonné
Meaning
a person who receives or subscribes to a service, magazine, or service
Example
She is a subscriber to the monthly magazine.
Elle est abonnée à la revue mensuelle.
B2 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

sans voix
Meaning
Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
Example
She was speechless when she received the award.
Elle est restée sans voix lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
C2 noun /ˈsɪkəfənt/

sycophant

flagorneur
Meaning
A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage.
Example
The manager was surrounded by sycophants who agreed with everything he said.
Le manager était entouré de flagorneurs qui étaient d'accord avec tout ce qu'il disait.
B2 verb /ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/

symbolize

symboliser
Meaning
to represent or stand for something else
Example
The dove symbolizes peace across cultures.
La colombe symbolise la paix à travers les cultures.
B1 adjective /ˈsuːtəbl/

suitable

approprié
Meaning
appropriate or right for a particular person, purpose, or situation
Example
This dress is suitable for the wedding.
Cette robe est appropriée pour le mariage.
C1 noun /ˈʃʊɡ.ər ˈkæn.di/

Sugar candy

bonbon de sucre
Meaning
crystallized sugar formed into small pieces; rock candy made from sugar syrup
Example
The children enjoyed eating colorful sugar candy at the festival.
Les enfants ont adoré manger des bonbons sucrés colorés lors du festival.
B2 verb /ˈstrɛŋkθən/

strengthen

renforcer
Meaning
To make or become stronger.
Example
Communication can strengthen bonds between people.
La communication peut renforcer les liens entre les personnes.
C1 noun /stɪˈlɛtoʊ/

stiletto

chaussure à talon aigu / poignard
Meaning
A small, thin, high-heeled shoe or a dagger with a slender blade.
Example
She wore elegant stiletto heels to the party.
Elle portait des talons stiletto élégants à la fête.
B1 adverb /spəˈsɪfɪkli/

specifically

spécifiquement
Meaning
in a clear and exact way
Example
He was specifically asked to handle the finances.
Il a été spécifiquement demandé de gérer les finances.
C1 noun /ˈsteɪl.meɪt/

stalemate

impasse
Meaning
A situation in which no progress can be made or no party can win.
Example
Negotiations ended in a stalemate.
Les négociations se sont terminées par un impasse.
A1 verb /seɪ/

say

dire
Meaning
to speak words; to express something in words
Example
She said hello to me.
Elle m'a dit bonjour.
C1 noun /ˌstætʃuˈɛt/

statuette

statuette
Meaning
A small statue, usually decorative or artistic.
Example
The artist won a gold statuette for his work.
L'artiste a gagné une petite statuette en or pour son travail.
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.
C2 adjective /ˈsɪlvən/

sylvan

boisé
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of the woods or forest.
Example
The cottage was set in a sylvan landscape full of tall trees.
Le chalet était situé dans un paysage boisé plein de grands arbres.
C1 noun /ˈskaʊndrəl/

scoundrel

scélérat
Meaning
a dishonest or unscrupulous person; a villain
Example
That scoundrel cheated the old man out of his savings.
Ce scélérat a trompé le vieux monsieur et lui a volé ses économies.
C2 noun /sɛkˈstɛt/

sextet

sextuor
Meaning
a group of six people playing music or a piece written for six performers
Example
The jazz sextet filled the small club with a warm, layered sound.
Le sextuor de jazz a rempli le petit club avec un son chaud et superposé.
B1 verb /ʃɪft/

shift

déplacer
Meaning
To move or change from one place, position, or situation to another.
Example
She had to shift her focus to the new project.
Elle a dû déplacer son attention vers le nouveau projet.
C1 noun /sɪˈnɒpsɪs/

synopsis

synopsis
Meaning
a brief summary of the main points of a text, film, or research
Example
The publisher asked the author to submit a one-page synopsis of the novel.
L'éditeur a demandé à l'auteur de soumettre une synopsis d'une page du roman.
C2 adjective /ˈswɔːrði/

swarthy

bronzé
Meaning
Having a dark complexion or skin tone.
Example
The sailor had a swarthy face from years under the sun.
Le marin avait le visage bronzé après des années sous le soleil.
C1 adjective /ˈsɔːsi/

saucy

effronté
Meaning
Boldly rude, cheeky, or playfully disrespectful.
Example
The child gave a saucy reply to his teacher.
L'enfant a donné une réponse effrontée à son professeur.
B2 adjective ˈstrʌktʃərd

structured

structuré
Meaning
Having a clear organization or framework; systematically arranged.
Example
A structured execution plan is crucial for success.
Un plan d'exécution structuré est crucial pour le succès.
C1 noun /ˈsæf.rən/

Saffron

safran
Meaning
a deep yellow-orange color; an expensive spice derived from crocus flowers
Example
The saffron fabric looked beautiful in the sunlight.
Le tissu de safran avait l'air magnifique au soleil.
B1 noun /sʌm/

sum

somme
Meaning
the total amount resulting from the addition of two or more numbers or items
Example
The sum of 8 and 12 is 20.
La somme de 8 et 12 est 20.
B2 noun /ˈswɛər wɜːrd/

swear-word

mots grossiers
Meaning
An offensive or rude word used to express anger or frustration.
Example
He shouted a swear-word when he hit his toe.
Il a crié un mot grossier quand il s'est frappé le orteil.
B2 noun speɪs ɪksplɔːˈreɪʃən

space exploration

exploration spatiale
Meaning
The investigation of outer space by means of manned and unmanned spacecraft.
Example
Space exploration has expanded our knowledge of the universe.
L'exploration spatiale a élargi notre connaissance de l'univers.
C1 adjective /ˈskwɒlɪd/

squalid

extrêmement sale
Meaning
extremely dirty and unpleasant, often due to poverty or neglect
Example
He lived in a squalid room with broken furniture.
Il vivait dans une pièce sale avec des meubles cassés.
C1 adjective /ˈsnɒbɪʃ/

snobbish

prétentieux
Meaning
having or showing the attitude of people who think they are better than others
Example
She seemed snobbish because she avoided talking to the waiters.
Elle semblait prétentieuse parce qu'elle a évité de parler aux serveurs.
B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

réfléchi
Meaning
carefully considered, deliberate, or planned
Example
Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.
Sa réponse était calme et réfléchie, pas impulsive.
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 verb /slæm/

slam

frapper avec force
Meaning
to close or hit something with great force
Example
He slammed the door angrily after the argument.
Il a slamé la porte en colère après la dispute.
C1 adjective /ˈsɪlkən/

Silken

en soie; doux; lisse;
Meaning
made of silk; smooth and soft like silk
Example
She wore a beautiful silken dress to the party.
Elle portait une belle robe en soie à la fête.
B2 adjective /ʃɪər/

Sheer

complet; absolu; transparent; très raide
Meaning
complete; absolute; transparent; very steep
Example
It was sheer luck that we found the place.
C'était une chance pure que nous ayons trouvé l'endroit.
C1 noun /ˈsɪməli/

simile

comparaison
Meaning
A figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another using 'like' or 'as'.
Example
She used a simile to describe her eyes as bright as stars.
Elle a utilisé une comparaison pour décrire ses yeux aussi brillants que des étoiles.
C2 noun /ˌsɒ̃ˈfrwɑː/

sangfroid

sang-froid
Meaning
Composure or coolness under pressure.
Example
She impressed everyone with her sangfroid during the interview.
Elle a impressionné tout le monde par son sang-froid pendant l'entretien.
C2 noun /sɒp/

sop

compromis
Meaning
a concession or appeasement to pacify someone; also a piece of bread dipped in liquid
Example
The manager offered a bonus as a sop to the unhappy employees.
Le directeur a offert une prime comme une concession aux employés mécontents.
A2 adverb /ˈsɪə.ri.əs.li/

seriously

sérieusement
Meaning
in a solemn or thoughtful manner
Example
She took the matter very seriously.
Elle a pris la question très sérieusement.
A2 adverb /ˈsʌm.deɪ/

someday

un jour
Meaning
at some time in the future
Example
Someday, I want to travel the world.
Un jour, je veux voyager à travers le monde.
B2 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/

self-esteem

estime de soi
Meaning
confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect
Example
Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort.
Construire l'estime de soi prend du temps et des efforts constants.
B2 noun ˈsuː.pər.fuːdz

superfoods

super-aliments
Meaning
Nutrient-dense foods that are particularly beneficial for health and well-being.
Example
Blueberries and spinach are superfoods rich in vitamins.
Les bleuets et les épinards sont des super-aliments riches en vitamines.
C1 noun/verb /ˈskɜːrmɪʃ/

skirmish

escarmouche
Meaning
a small or brief fight between groups of soldiers; to engage in such a fight
Example
The soldiers got into a skirmish near the border.
Les soldats se sont engagés dans une escarmouche près de la frontière.
C2 noun /sʌnd raɪs/

Sunned rice

riz séché au soleil
Meaning
Rice that has been dried in the sun; parched rice
Example
The farmers spread the sunned rice on mats to dry completely.
Les agriculteurs ont étendu le riz séché au soleil sur des nattes pour le sécher complètement.
B1 adjective /ˈsoʊ kɔːld/

so-called

soi-disant
Meaning
referred to as or known by a particular name or title, often misleadingly
Example
The so-called expert couldn't answer the question.
The so-called expert couldn't answer the question.
C1 verb /ˈskwɒbəl/

squabble

se disputer bruyamment pour quelque chose de trivial
Meaning
To argue noisily over something small or unimportant.
Example
The children squabbled over the last piece of cake.
Les enfants se disputaient pour le dernier morceau de gâteau.
A2 noun /stɔːrm/

Storm

tempête
Meaning
a violent weather condition with strong winds, rain, thunder, and lightning
Example
The storm caused power outages across the city.
La tempête a causé des pannes de courant dans toute la ville.
B1 noun /ˈsʌn.laɪt/

sunlight

lumière du soleil
Meaning
Direct light from the sun.
Example
Sunlight does not reach the abyssal depths of the ocean.
La lumière du soleil ne parvient pas aux profondeurs abyssales de l'océan.
C1 adjective /ˈsɒnɪk/

sonic

sonique
Meaning
Relating to or involving sound waves or speed of sound.
Example
The jet created a loud boom when it broke the sonic barrier.
L'avion a créé un fort bruit lorsqu'il a franchi le mur du son.
B2 adjective /swɪft/

swift

rapide
Meaning
moving very quickly; happening promptly
Example
The river current was swift after the heavy rain.
Le courant de la rivière était rapide après la forte pluie.
C2 verb /ˈsæŋktɪfaɪ/

sanctify

sanctifier
Meaning
to make holy or sacred; to purify
Example
The priest will sanctify the marriage ceremony.
Le prêtre sanctifiera la cérémonie de mariage.
C1 noun /ˌsʌpəˈzɪʃən/

supposition

supposition
Meaning
An assumption or belief that something is true without certain proof.
Example
His plan was based on the supposition that the market would recover quickly.
Son plan était basé sur la supposition que le marché se rétablirait rapidement.
B1 noun ˈstrʌɡ.əl

struggle

lutte
Meaning
A forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack; a determined effort under difficult circumstances.
Example
The struggle for independence united the nation.
La lutte pour l'indépendance a uni la nation.
B1 noun /ˈsɜːdʒəri/

surgery

chirurgie
Meaning
a medical procedure involving the cutting of the body to treat a condition
Example
She underwent surgery to remove the tumor.
Elle a subi une chirurgie pour enlever la tumeur.
A1 adjective /seɪm/

same

identique
Meaning
identical; not different or changed
Example
We wore the same dress at the party.
Nous avons porté la même robe à la fête.
B2 noun /səˈspɪʃən/

Suspicion

suspicion
Meaning
a feeling or thought that someone is guilty of an illegal or dishonest activity
Example
The police arrested him on suspicion of theft.
La police l'a arrêté sous suspicion de vol.
A2 verb /smel/

smell

sentir
Meaning
to perceive odor through the nose; to have an odor
Example
The flowers smell sweet.
Les fleurs sentent sucrées.
B2 noun /səbˈmɪʃən/

submission

soumission, présentation
Meaning
the act of yielding to authority or presenting something for consideration
Example
Her submission of the report was appreciated by the manager.
Sa soumission du rapport a été appréciée par le responsable.
C1 adjective /ˈstætʃətɔːri/

statutory

législatif
Meaning
Required, permitted, or enacted by law.
Example
The company must comply with all statutory regulations.
L'entreprise doit se conformer à toutes les régulations législatives.
C1 noun /sɪˈtɑːr/

Sitar

sitar
Meaning
a traditional Indian stringed musical instrument with a long neck and resonating body
Example
The sitar creates beautiful ragas in Indian classical music.
Le sitar crée de magnifiques ragas dans la musique classique indienne.
C1 adjective /səbˈvɜːrsɪv/

subversive

subversif
Meaning
seeking or intended to undermine or overthrow an established system or authority
Example
The group was banned for its subversive activities.
Le groupe a été interdit pour ses activités subversives.
B2 noun /sloʊp/

Slope

pente; terrain incliné
Meaning
an inclined surface; a piece of ground that is not level
Example
We walked up the steep slope of the mountain.
Nous avons monté la pente raide de la montagne.
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/verb /skræp/

scrap

morceau / jeter
Meaning
A small piece of something; to discard or get rid of something.
Example
He used a scrap of paper to jot down the number.
Il a utilisé un morceau de papier pour écrire le numéro.
C1 noun ˈsɒv.rɪn.ti

sovereignty

souveraineté
Meaning
The authority of a state to govern itself or another state; supreme power or authority.
Example
Sovereignty is essential for a nation's identity.
La souveraineté est essentielle pour l'identité d'une nation.
C1 verb /ʃraʊd/

shroud

envelopper
Meaning
to cover or hide; to wrap in cloth
Example
The mountain peak was shrouded in mist.
Le sommet de la montagne était enveloppé de brume.
B2 noun /ˈsʌfərɪŋ/

suffering

souffrance
Meaning
the state of undergoing pain, distress, or hardship
Example
They tried to relieve his suffering with medicine.
Ils ont essayé de soulager sa souffrance avec des médicaments.
B2 noun ˈsoʊʃəl rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪləti

social responsibility

responsabilité sociale
Meaning
The duty to act in ways that benefit society as a whole.
Example
Social responsibility should be part of the education curriculum.
La responsabilité sociale doit faire partie du programme éducatif.
B1 verb /ˈsætɪsfaɪ/

satisfy

satisfaire
Meaning
to fulfill the desires, expectations, or needs of someone; to make content
Example
The delicious meal satisfied our hunger completely.
Le délicieux repas a satisfait notre faim complètement.
A1 noun /suːp/

Soup

soupe
Meaning
a liquid food made by boiling meat, vegetables, or other ingredients in water
Example
I had a bowl of chicken soup for lunch.
J'ai mangé un bol de soupe au poulet pour le déjeuner.
A1 noun /speɪs/

space

espace
Meaning
The dimensions of height, depth, and width within which all things exist and move.
Example
Space exploration expands human knowledge.
L'exploration de l'espace élargit les connaissances humaines.
C1 noun /səbˈmɜːrdʒəns/

submergence

immersion
Meaning
the act or process of being submerged or going underwater
Example
The submergence of coastal areas is a major concern due to rising sea levels.
L'immersion des zones côtières est une préoccupation majeure en raison de l'élévation du niveau de la mer.
C2 adjective /ˈsɪmiən/

simian

simien
Meaning
Relating to, resembling, or affecting apes or monkeys.
Example
The scientist studied the simian behavior of the chimpanzees.
Le scientifique a étudié le comportement simien des chimpanzés.
B1 verb/adjective /sɪˈkjʊər/

secure

sécuriser
Meaning
to make safe or protect; to fix something firmly in place
Example
Please secure the door before you leave.
S'il vous plaît sécurisez la porte avant de partir.
C1 adjective /ˈsɛnʃuəs/

sensuous

sensuel
Meaning
Relating to or affecting the senses rather than the intellect; pleasing to the senses.
Example
The garden was filled with sensuous colors and fragrances.
Le jardin était rempli de couleurs et de fragrances sensuelles.
B2 adjective, noun /ˈsɪŋɡjələr/

singular

extraordinaire / singulier
Meaning
Remarkable, extraordinary; or grammatical form referring to one person or thing.
Example
She has a singular talent for painting.
Elle a un talent extraordinaire pour la peinture.
B2 verb /skæn/

scan

bonheur
Meaning
To look at something carefully or quickly; to digitally copy or capture an image or document.
Example
She scanned the document before sending it by email.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B1 adjective /sɪnˈsɪər/

Sincere

sincère; authentique; sans prétention
Meaning
honest and genuine in expressing feelings; free from pretense or deceit
Example
She gave me a sincere apology for her mistake.
Elle m'a présenté des excuses sincères pour son erreur.
B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.plʌs/

surplus

excédent
Meaning
An amount that is more than what is needed.
Example
The country has a surplus of food this year.
Le pays a un excédent de nourriture cette année.