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B2 noun /ˈtɛl.ər/

teller

caissier; narrateur
Meaning
A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something
Example
The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over.
Le caissier de la banque a compté l'argent avec soin avant de le remettre.
B2 noun ট্রপিক্যাল রিজিওনস

tropical regions

régions tropicales
Meaning
Areas of the Earth near the equator characterized by warm temperatures.
Example
Bangladesh is located in tropical regions.
Le Bangladesh est situé dans les régions tropicales.
B2 noun /ˈten.ʃən/

Tension

tension
Meaning
mental or emotional strain; a strained state or condition
Example
The deadline created a lot of tension in the office.
La date limite a créé beaucoup de tension au bureau.
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 /ˈtrʌst.fəl/

Trustful

confiant; qui a ou montre de la confiance
Meaning
having or showing trust in someone or something; trusting
Example
She was too trustful and believed everything he said.
Elle était trop confiante et croyait tout ce qu'il disait.
B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.ləs/

Tasteless

insipide
Meaning
lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style
Example
The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning.
La soupe était complètement insipide et avait besoin de plus de condiments.
B2 noun /trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

traditional economy

économie traditionnelle
Meaning
An economic system based on customs and traditions, often involving barter trade.
Example
Tribes still practice a traditional economy based on barter trade.
Les tribus pratiquent encore une économie traditionnelle basée sur le troc.
B2 noun, verb /tæɡ/

tag

étiquette
Meaning
a label attached to something for identification or information; or to attach such a label
Example
She tagged her luggage before boarding the plane.
Elle a étiqueté ses bagages avant de monter dans l'avion.
B2 noun ˈterɪtəri

territory

territoire
Meaning
An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.
Example
The king expanded his territory.
Le roi a étendu son territoire.
B2 verb /trænzˈmɪt/

transmit

transmettre
Meaning
to send or pass something from one place or person to another
Example
The antenna can transmit signals over a long distance.
L'antenne peut transmettre des signaux sur une longue distance.
B2 adjective /ˈθret.ən.ɪŋ/

Threatening

menaçant; intimidant
Meaning
expressing a threat; menacing; intimidating
Example
The dark clouds looked threatening before the storm.
Les nuages sombres semblaient menaçants avant la tempête.
B2 noun /tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

technological advancement

avancée technologique
Meaning
Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.
Example
Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare.
L'avancée technologique révolutionne les soins de santé.
B2 noun /ˈtæksˌpeɪər/

taxpayer

contribuable
Meaning
a person who pays tax to the government
Example
The taxpayers' money is used to fund public services.
L'argent des contribuables est utilisé pour financer les services publics.
B2 adjective /traɪˈʌmfənt/

Triumphant

triomphant; heureux
Meaning
having won a battle or contest; rejoicing as a result of success
Example
The team was triumphant after winning the championship.
L'équipe était triomphante après avoir remporté le championnat.
B2 noun /tɒŋz/

Tongs

pince
Meaning
a tool consisting of two movable arms that are joined at one end, used for picking up and holding things
Example
Use the tongs to pick up the hot pieces of meat from the grill.
Utilisez les pinces pour ramasser les morceaux chauds de viande du grill.
B2 adjective /θiˈætrɪkl/

theatrical

théâtral
Meaning
Relating to the theater or exaggerated and dramatic in behavior or style.
Example
Her theatrical performance won the audience's applause.
Sa performance théâtrale a récolté les applaudissements du public.
B2 noun /ˈtɪmbər/

timber

bois
Meaning
wood prepared for use in building and carpentry
Example
The house was built entirely from local timber.
La maison a été construite entièrement avec du bois local.
B2 noun /ˈter.ər.ɪ.zəm/

Terrorism

terrorisme
Meaning
the unlawful use of violence and intimidation against civilians for political aims
Example
The government increased security measures to prevent terrorism.
Le gouvernement a renforcé les mesures de sécurité pour prévenir le terrorisme.
B2 verb /tiːz/

Tease

taquiner
Meaning
to make fun of someone in a playful or unkind way
Example
Children often tease their younger siblings playfully.
Les enfants se moquent souvent de leurs frères et sœurs plus jeunes de manière ludique.
B2 adjective /teɪm/

Tame

domestiqué; doux; docile
Meaning
domesticated and not wild; gentle and easy to control
Example
The tame lion performed tricks in the circus.
Le lion domestiqué a fait des tours dans le cirque.
B2 adjective /ˈtʌtʃ.ɪŋ/

Touching

émouvant; émotionnel
Meaning
causing feelings of sympathy or emotion; moving
Example
The touching story brought tears to everyone's eyes.
L'histoire émouvante a fait couler des larmes dans les yeux de tous.
B2 noun ˈθrɛʃhəʊld

threshold

seuil, limite
Meaning
A point of entry or beginning; the magnitude or intensity that must be exceeded for a certain reaction to occur.
Example
Once the threshold for pest population is reached, measures must be taken.
Une fois que le seuil de la population de parasites est atteint, des mesures doivent être prises.
B2 noun /trænzˈmɪʃən/

transmission

transmission, envoi
Meaning
the act of sending, passing, or spreading something such as information, energy, or disease
Example
The transmission of data over the internet is very fast.
La transmission des données sur internet est très rapide.
B2 noun /ˈteɪkˌɔːf/

takeoff

décollage
Meaning
The moment an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly; also a sudden rise or start in activity or success.
Example
The plane's takeoff was delayed due to bad weather.
Le décollage de l'avion a été retardé à cause du mauvais temps.
B2 noun /ˈten.dən.si/

Tendency

tendance
Meaning
an inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior
Example
She has a tendency to arrive late for meetings.
Elle a tendance à arriver en retard aux réunions.
B2 noun ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃən

transformation

transformation
Meaning
A thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character; a complete alteration or evolution.
Example
Digital literacy leads to economic transformation.
La littératie numérique conduit à la transformation économique.
B2 noun /ˈten.dər.nəs/

Tenderness

tendresse
Meaning
gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged
Example
The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child.
La mère a montré une grande tendresse en s'occupant de son enfant malade.
B2 noun /ˈtraɪ.əl/

Trial

procès; essai
Meaning
a formal examination of evidence in a court; a test of performance or quality
Example
The murder trial lasted for three weeks in the county courthouse.
Le procès pour meurtre a duré trois semaines au tribunal du comté.
B2 adjective /ˈθɔːr.ni/

Thorny

épineux; difficile
Meaning
having thorns; difficult to handle or deal with
Example
The thorny issue of budget cuts needs careful consideration.
Le problème épineux des réductions budgétaires nécessite une réflexion attentive.
B2 noun /ˈtɒl.ər.əns/

Tolerance

tolérance
Meaning
the ability to accept different opinions or behavior; willingness to allow something to exist
Example
Religious tolerance is important in a diverse society.
La tolérance religieuse est importante dans une société diversifiée.
B2 noun ˈtraɪəmf

triumph

triomphe
Meaning
A great victory or achievement.
Example
The novel is considered one of Dickens' greatest triumphs.
Le roman est considéré comme l'un des plus grands triomphes de Dickens.
B2 noun ˈtrækɪŋ ˈprɒɡrɛs

tracking progress

suivi des progrès
Meaning
The process of monitoring and evaluating advancement towards goals or objectives.
Example
Regular tracking progress helps in achieving long-term goals.
Un suivi régulier des progrès aide à atteindre des objectifs à long terme.
B2 noun /ˈtɛkstʃər/

texture

texture
Meaning
the way something feels when you touch it; the quality of a surface or substance
Example
The fabric has a soft and smooth texture.
Le tissu a une texture douce et lisse.
B2 noun /ˈtɔːr.ment/

Torment

tourment; souffrance
Meaning
severe physical or mental suffering; extreme pain or anguish
Example
The prisoner endured years of torment in solitary confinement.
Le prisonnier a enduré des années de tourment en isolement cellulaire.
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.
B2 adjective ˌtræns.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən.əl

transformational

transformationnel
Meaning
Causing or able to cause an important and lasting change in someone or something.
Example
Transformational projects redefine progress.
Les projets transformationnels redéfinissent les progrès.
B2 verb ˈtrɪɡərz

triggers

déclencher
Meaning
To cause or initiate something to happen
Example
Air pollution triggers chronic diseases.
La pollution de l'air déclenche des maladies chroniques.
B2 noun, adjective /tɑːrt/

tart

tartelette
Meaning
A small pie with a sweet or savory filling; or having a sharp, sour taste.
Example
She served a delicious apple tart for dessert.
Elle a servi une tartelette aux pommes délicieuse pour le dessert.
B2 verb /θraɪv/

thrive

prospérer
Meaning
to grow, develop, or be successful
Example
Small businesses can thrive with proper support.
Les petites entreprises peuvent prospérer avec un soutien approprié.
B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.naʊt/

turnout

participation
Meaning
the number of people who attend or participate in an event or activity
Example
The turnout at the rally was impressive, with thousands showing up.
La participation à la manifestation était impressionnante, avec des milliers de personnes présentes.
B2 verb /ˈtɛrəˌfaɪ/

terrify

terrifier
Meaning
To cause someone to feel extreme fear.
Example
The loud thunder terrified the children.
Le fort tonnerre a terrifié les enfants.
B2 adjective /ˈtɪm.ɪd/

Timid

timide; craintif
Meaning
shy and lacking confidence; easily frightened
Example
She was too timid to speak in public.
Elle était trop timide pour parler en public.
B2 verb /tæp/

tap

taper
Meaning
to strike something lightly, usually with a quick, sharp sound
Example
He tapped on the door to get her attention.
Il a tapé à la porte pour attirer son attention.
B2 verb /triːd/

tread

marcher
Meaning
to step or walk on something; to crush with feet
Example
Don't tread on the flowers.
Ne marche pas sur les fleurs.
B2 noun /ˈtrɒli/

Troly

trolley
Meaning
an electric vehicle that runs on rails or tracks in the street
Example
The trolley runs through the city center every fifteen minutes.
Le trolley traverse le centre-ville toutes les quinze minutes.
B2 noun /ˈtɜːrkwɔɪz/

turquoise

turquoise
Meaning
a greenish-blue color or gemstone
Example
She wore a necklace with a beautiful turquoise stone.
Elle portait un collier avec une magnifique pierre turquoise.
B2 noun /θred/

thread

fil
Meaning
a long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers used for sewing
Example
She used a red thread to sew the torn button back on.
Elle a utilisé un fil rouge pour coudre le bouton déchiré.
B2 noun /tækˈseɪʃən/

taxation

taxation
Meaning
The system of imposing and collecting taxes.
Example
Taxation is necessary for funding public services.
La taxation est nécessaire pour financer les services publics.
B2 noun /θaɪ/

thigh

cuisse
Meaning
the part of the leg between the hip and the knee
Example
He felt pain in his right thigh after running for an hour.
Il a ressenti de la douleur dans sa cuisse droite après avoir couru pendant une heure.
B2 noun /toʊl/

toll

péage / dommage
Meaning
A charge payable for using a road or bridge; also the extent of damage or suffering caused by something.
Example
The flood took a heavy toll on the village.
L'inondation a causé un lourd dommage au village.
B2 noun /ˈter.ər/

Terror

terreur; l'utilisation de la violence et de l'intimidation à des fins politiques
Meaning
extreme fear; the use of violence and intimidation for political aims
Example
The loud explosion filled everyone with terror.
La forte explosion a rempli tout le monde de terreur.
B2 phrase teɪk ˈpɜː.sən.əl.i

take personally

prendre personnellement
Meaning
To interpret someone's words or actions as a personal attack or criticism.
Example
Don't take it personally, he didn't mean to upset you.
Ne le prends pas personnellement, il ne voulait pas te contrarier.
B2 adjective /trɪm/

Trim

soigné et bien rangé ; mince et en forme
Meaning
neat and orderly in appearance; slim and fit
Example
She keeps her garden very trim and tidy.
Elle garde son jardin très soigné et ordonné.
B2 noun /ˈtʌtʃ.daʊn/

touchdown

atterrissage
Meaning
the moment when an aircraft lands, or a score in American football
Example
The plane made a smooth touchdown.
L'avion a effectué un atterrissage en douceur.
B2 adjective /trɔːˈmætɪk/

traumatic

traumatique
Meaning
Deeply distressing or disturbing, often related to emotional or physical injury.
Example
The accident was a traumatic experience for the entire family.
L'accident a été une expérience traumatique pour toute la famille.
B2 noun /ˈtes.tɪ.moʊ.ni/

Testimony

témoignage; preuve
Meaning
a formal written or spoken statement given in a court of law; evidence or proof
Example
The witness gave compelling testimony during the trial.
Le témoin a donné un témoignage convaincant pendant le procès.
B2 noun /ˈteɪbəlˌspun/

tablespoon

cuillère à soupe
Meaning
a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters
Example
She stirred the soup with a tablespoon.
Elle a remué la soupe avec une cuillère à soupe.
B2 noun /ˈtɛmpoʊ/

tempo

tempo, rythme
Meaning
The speed or pace at which a piece of music or activity is performed.
Example
The band played the song at a faster tempo than usual.
Le groupe a joué la chanson à un tempo plus rapide que d'habitude.
B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.mər.ɪk ˈpaʊ.dər/

Turmeric Powder

poudre de curcuma
Meaning
ground turmeric root used as a spice and for its medicinal properties
Example
Add a pinch of turmeric powder to the curry for color and flavor.
Ajoutez une pincée de poudre de curcuma au curry pour la couleur et la saveur.
B2 adjective /trænˈspærənt/

Transparent

transparent
Meaning
allowing light to pass through; clear and obvious; honest and open
Example
The company maintains transparent business practices.
L'entreprise maintient des pratiques commerciales transparentes.
B2 adjective /ˈtaɪərləs/

tireless

inlassable
Meaning
Showing great effort or energy without becoming tired.
Example
She worked tirelessly to complete the project on time.
Elle a travaillé sans relâche pour terminer le projet à temps.
B2 noun /traʊt/

Trout

truite
Meaning
a freshwater fish species known for its delicate flavor and often found in cold, clear waters
Example
Rainbow trout is popular among anglers for sport fishing.
La truite arc-en-ciel est populaire parmi les pêcheurs sportifs.
B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.fəl/

Tasteful

savoureux; élégant; de bon goût
Meaning
showing good judgment in matters of style and beauty
Example
She decorated her home in a very tasteful manner.
Elle a décoré sa maison de manière très élégante.
B2 noun /ˈtriːti/

Treaty

traité
Meaning
a formally concluded and ratified agreement between countries or states
Example
The peace treaty was signed after years of negotiations.
Le traité de paix a été signé après des années de négociations.
B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.wɜː.ði/

Trustworthy

fiable
Meaning
able to be relied on as honest or truthful; deserving of trust
Example
He is a trustworthy friend who always keeps his promises.
C'est un ami digne de confiance qui tient toujours ses promesses.
B2 adjective /ˈtrædʒɪk/

Tragic

tragique
Meaning
very sad; involving death or extreme suffering
Example
The plane crash was a tragic accident.
Le crash aérien était un accident tragique.
B2 adjective ˌtek.nəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

technological

technologique
Meaning
Relating to or involving technology, especially scientific technology.
Example
Technological advancements enable futuristic projects.
Les avancées technologiques permettent des projets futuristes.
B2 adjective /ˈtiːdiəs/

Tedious

ennuyeux; fastidieux
Meaning
tiresome because of length or dullness; boring and monotonous
Example
The lecture was so tedious that many students fell asleep.
Le cours était tellement ennuyeux que de nombreux étudiants se sont endormis.
B2 adjective /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl/

territorial

territorial
Meaning
Relating to the ownership or control of land or territory.
Example
The two countries had a territorial dispute over the island.
Les deux pays avaient un différend territorial concernant l'île.
B2 adjective /ˌθiːəˈrɛtɪkl/

theoretical

théorique
Meaning
Concerned with or based on theory rather than practical application.
Example
The idea remains largely theoretical without real-world evidence.
L'idée reste principalement théorique sans preuve concrète.
B2 adjective /ˈtræŋkwɪl/

tranquil

tranquille
Meaning
Free from disturbance; calm and peaceful.
Example
A tranquil environment promotes relaxation and focus.
Un environnement tranquille favorise la relaxation et la concentration.
B2 noun /traɪb/

tribe

tribu
Meaning
a social group consisting of people with common customs, language, and culture
Example
The tribe lived in harmony with nature.
La tribu vivait en harmonie avec la nature.
B2 adjective /ˈtraɪbəl/

tribal

tribal
Meaning
relating to a tribe or tribes, especially indigenous people
Example
The tribal community has preserved its culture for centuries.
La communauté tribale a préservé sa culture pendant des siècles.
B2 noun /ˈtrɔːmə/

trauma

traumatisme
Meaning
a deeply distressing or disturbing experience; physical injury or emotional shock
Example
The accident left her with lasting emotional trauma.
L'accident lui a laissé un traumatisme émotionnel durable.
B2 noun /θɔːn/

Thorn

épine
Meaning
a sharp pointed part of a plant; something that causes pain or annoyance
Example
Be careful of the thorns on the rose bush.
Faites attention aux épines sur le buisson de roses.
B2 adjective /ˈtɛlɪŋ/

telling

révélateur
Meaning
Revealing something significant or giving important information.
Example
Her silence was more telling than words.
Son silence en disait plus que des mots.
B2 noun /ˈtreɪ.tər/

Traitor

traître
Meaning
a person who betrays someone or something, such as a friend, cause, or principle
Example
The spy was branded a traitor to his country after being caught.
L'espion a été étiqueté comme un traître à son pays après avoir été capturé.
B2 noun ˈtreɪd.ɒf

trade-off

compromis
Meaning
A situation where accepting one advantage means giving up another benefit.
Example
There is always a trade-off between price and quality.
Il y a toujours un compromis entre le prix et la qualité.
B2 noun /ˈtɔːtʃər/

torture

torture
Meaning
the action or practice of inflicting severe pain on someone as a punishment or to force them to do something
Example
He was subjected to torture during the interrogation.
Il a été soumis à la torture pendant l'interrogatoire.
B2 adjective /ˈtɒlərənt/

tolerant

tolérant
Meaning
Showing willingness to allow the existence of opinions or behaviors that one dislikes or disagrees with.
Example
He is very tolerant of other people's beliefs.
Il est très tolérant envers les croyances des autres.
B2 noun /ˈtreɪdmɑːrk/

trademark

marque déposée
Meaning
a symbol, word, or words legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product
Example
The company’s logo is its trademark.
Le logo de l'entreprise est sa marque déposée.
B2 noun /ˈtuː.lɪp/

Tulip

tulipe
Meaning
a colorful spring flower with cup-shaped petals
Example
The red tulip bloomed beautifully in the garden.
La tulipe rouge a fleuri magnifiquement dans le jardin.
B2 verb /twiːk/

tweak

ajuster
Meaning
to make small adjustments; to fine-tune something
Example
We need to tweak the design slightly.
Nous devons ajuster légèrement le design.
B2 adjective /ˈtɒl.ər.ə.bəl/

Tolerable

tolérable; acceptable mais pas idéal
Meaning
able to be endured; acceptable though not ideal
Example
The heat was barely tolerable in the afternoon.
La chaleur était à peine tolérable l'après-midi.
B2 noun /ˈtjuːmər/

tumor

tumeur
Meaning
an abnormal mass of tissue caused by excessive cell growth
Example
The doctor found a benign tumor during the medical check-up.
Le médecin a trouvé une tumeur bénigne lors de l'examen médical.
B2 noun θrets

threats

menaces
Meaning
A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action.
Example
Threats to food security are rising globally.
Les menaces à la sécurité alimentaire augmentent à l'échelle mondiale.
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 /truːp/

Troop

troupe
Meaning
a group of soldiers; military personnel organized as a unit
Example
The troop marched in formation across the parade ground.
La troupe a marché en formation à travers le terrain de parade.
B2 adjective /ˈθɜːrməl/

thermal

thermique
Meaning
Related to heat or temperature.
Example
She wore a thermal jacket to stay warm in winter.
Elle portait une veste thermique pour rester au chaud en hiver.
B2 noun /ˈtrænskrɪpt/

transcript

transcription
Meaning
a written or printed version of material originally presented in another medium
Example
The professor asked for a transcript of the meeting.
Le professeur a demandé une transcription de la réunion.
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 /ˈθæŋksˌɡɪvɪŋ/

thanksgiving

Action de Grâce
Meaning
an annual holiday in the US for giving thanks, celebrated with a meal
Example
We spent Thanksgiving dinner with our family.
Nous avons passé le dîner de Thanksgiving avec notre famille.
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 verb /ˈtaɪtən/

Tighten

serrer
Meaning
to make something more secure or less loose
Example
He tightened the screws to secure the shelf.
Il a serré les vis pour sécuriser l'étagère.
B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtˌproʊvɪkɪŋ/

thought-provoking

provocateur de réflexion
Meaning
stimulating careful consideration or thought
Example
The movie was deeply thought-provoking and left a lasting impression.
Le film était profondément provocateur de réflexion et a laissé une impression durable.
B2 noun /ˈtɜːrbən/

Turban

turban
Meaning
a head covering made by wrapping a long piece of cloth around the head
Example
The Sikh man wore a colorful turban.
L'homme sikh portait un turban coloré.
B2 adjective trænsˈfɔːr.mə.tɪv

transformative

transformateur
Meaning
Something that has a profound impact and creates something new.
Example
The new education system is highly transformative.
Le nouveau système éducatif est hautement transformateur.
B2 noun /ˈtɛnənsi/

tenancy

bail
Meaning
The possession or occupation of land or property as a tenant.
Example
The tenancy agreement was signed for two years.
Le contrat de bail a été signé pour deux ans.
B2 verb /ˈtɛstəfaɪ/

testify

témoigner
Meaning
to make a statement or declaration under oath or to give evidence
Example
She was called to testify in court about the accident.
Elle a été appelée à témoigner au tribunal sur l'accident.
B2 verb ˈtrænsfɔːrm

transform

transformer
Meaning
To change in form, appearance, or structure; metamorphose.
Example
Volunteering can transform lives and communities.
Le bénévolat peut transformer des vies et des communautés.
B2 adverb /ˌðɛərˈbaɪ/

Thereby

par conséquent;
Meaning
as a result of that; by that means
Example
He worked hard and thereby achieved success.
Il a travaillé dur et par conséquent a réussi.
B2 noun /ˈtwaɪ.laɪt/

Twilight

crépuscule
Meaning
the soft glowing light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon; a period of decline
Example
We walked along the beach at twilight.
Nous avons marché sur la plage au crépuscule.
B2 noun /taɪd/

Tide

marée
Meaning
the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually twice in each lunar day, due to the attraction of the moon and sun
Example
The fishermen waited for high tide to launch their boats.
Les pêcheurs attendaient la marée haute pour lancer leurs bateaux.
B2 noun /tɛkˈnɪʃən/

technician

technicien
Meaning
a person skilled in the practical aspects of a particular science, art, or job
Example
The technician repaired the computer within an hour.
Le technicien a réparé l'ordinateur en une heure.
B2 noun /ˈθiːərɪst/

theorist

théoricien
Meaning
A person who develops, studies, or explains theories in a particular field.
Example
The political theorist explained the impact of democracy on social structures.
Le théoricien politique a expliqué l'impact de la démocratie sur les structures sociales.
B2 noun /ˈtɜr.mər.ɪk/

Turmeric

curcuma
Meaning
A bright yellow spice powder made from the root of a tropical plant, used in cooking and medicine
Example
Add turmeric to the curry for color and flavor.
Ajoutez du curcuma au curry pour la couleur et la saveur.
B2 noun /ˈtrɪl.jən/

trillion

trillion
Meaning
a number equal to 1,000 billion, or 10^12
Example
The company's worth has risen to over a trillion dollars.
La valeur de l'entreprise a augmenté à plus d'un trillion de dollars.
B2 noun /təˈreɪn/

terrain

terrain
Meaning
a stretch of land, especially with regard to its physical features
Example
The soldiers had to cross rough terrain during the mission.
Les soldats ont dû traverser un terrain difficile pendant la mission.
B2 noun /ˈtɔːrsoʊ/

torso

torse
Meaning
The trunk of the human body, excluding the head and limbs.
Example
The artist painted the torso of the model in great detail.
L'artiste a peint le torse du modèle en détail.
B2 noun /ˈtɜːnˌəʊvə/

turnover

chiffre d'affaires
Meaning
the amount of business conducted during a particular period, or the rate at which employees leave a company
Example
The company reported a high turnover in its sales department.
L'entreprise a rapporté un chiffre d'affaires élevé dans son département des ventes.
B2 adjective /ˈtruːθ.fəl/

Truthful

véridique
Meaning
telling or expressing the truth; honest and sincere
Example
She was always truthful in her answers during the interview.
Elle a toujours été sincère dans ses réponses lors de l'entretien.
B2 noun /twɪɡ/

twig

rameau
Meaning
a small thin branch of a tree or bush
Example
She broke a twig off the tree to use as a stick.
Elle a cassé une petite branche de l'arbre pour l'utiliser comme bâton.
B2 adjective /ˈtaɪm.li/

Timely

opportun; ponctuel
Meaning
happening at the right time; punctual
Example
His timely arrival saved the meeting.
Son arrivée à temps a sauvé la réunion.
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 /ˈtriː.oʊ/

trio

trio de trois personnes
Meaning
A group of three people or things, especially in music or performance.
Example
The jazz trio played beautifully at the concert.
Le trio de jazz a joué magnifiquement lors du concert.
B2 noun/adjective /ˈtɜːrmɪnəl/

terminal

terminal, final, maladie terminale
Meaning
As a noun: A place where transport routes begin or end. As an adjective: Relating to the end or final stage of something, often an illness.
Example
He waited for the bus at the central terminal.
Il attendait le bus à la terminale centrale.
B2 noun /ˈtrʌmpɪt/

Trumpet

trompette
Meaning
a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; military signal instrument
Example
The soldier played the trumpet to signal the troops.
Le soldat a joué de la trompette pour signaler les troupes.
B2 adverb /ˈθɪkli/

Thickly

densément
Meaning
in a thick manner; densely; heavily
Example
The forest was thickly wooded with tall pine trees.
La forêt était densément boisée de grands pins.
B2 noun /ˈθɪk.nəs/

thickness

épaisseur
Meaning
The measure of how thick or dense something is
Example
The thickness of the book made it hard to carry.
L'épaisseur du livre le rendait difficile à transporter.
B2 noun /trænˈzækʃən/

transaction

transaction
Meaning
an instance of buying or selling something; a business deal or exchange
Example
Every online transaction is recorded for security purposes.
Chaque transaction en ligne est enregistrée à des fins de sécurité.
B2 noun /ˈtroʊfi/

trophy

trophée
Meaning
An object awarded as a prize for a victory or achievement.
Example
She proudly displayed the trophy she won in the competition.
Elle a fièrement exposé le trophée qu'elle a gagné lors de la compétition.