6.2 - L'immigration et les partis politiques Flashcards
What is the French term for ‘atmosphere’?
l’ambiance (f)
Refers to the overall mood or feeling of a place.
What does ‘l’ampleur (f)’ mean?
breadth, extent
Describes the range or scope of something.
What are ‘les applaudissements (mpl)’?
applause
A common expression of appreciation, often in the form of clapping.
What is the meaning of ‘assourdissant(e)’?
deafening
Something that is extremely loud, often overwhelming.
What is ‘le bénéfice’?
benefit
Refers to an advantage or profit gained from something.
Fill in the blank: ‘à _______’ means ‘at the end of one’s tether’.
bout
What does ‘briser des rêves’ translate to?
to shatter dreams
A phrase used to describe the act of destroying someone’s hopes.
What is meant by ‘la capacité maximale’?
maximal capacity
The highest amount that something can hold or accommodate.
What does ‘coûter’ mean?
to cost
Refers to the amount of money required to purchase something.
What is the meaning of ‘déambuler’?
to stroll
A leisurely way of walking or moving about.
Fill in the blank: ‘en _______’ means ‘finally, when all is said and done’.
définitive
What does ‘en dehors’ mean?
outside
Indicates being external to a place or situation.
What is ‘demeurer’?
to stay, remain
Refers to continuing to be in a place or situation.
What does ‘en dessous’ mean?
below
Indicates a position that is lower than something else.
What is the meaning of ‘en dessus’?
above
Indicates a position that is higher than something else.
What does ‘le droit d’asile’ refer to?
right of asylum
The protection granted by a country to someone who has fled their home country.
What does ‘échapper’ mean?
to escape
Refers to getting away from a place or situation.
What is ‘éclater’?
to burst, break out
Can refer to an explosion or a sudden outbreak.
What does ‘le fantasme’ mean?
fantasy
Refers to an imagined scenario or desire that is not real.
What is ‘la fermeté’?
firmness
Refers to strength or stability in character or substance.
What does ‘la fermeture’ mean?
closure, closing
The act of shutting something permanently or temporarily.
What is ‘la filière’?
route
Can refer to a path or course taken, often in a professional context.
What does ‘le fléau’ mean?
scourge
Refers to something that causes great suffering or harm.
What is ‘la frange’?
fringe
Can refer to the outer edge or border of something.
What does ‘la frontière’ mean?
border, frontier
A boundary separating two areas, often countries.
Fill in the blank: ‘hormis’ means ‘_______’.
excluding, except
What is the meaning of ‘inaudible’?
unbearable, impossible to listen to
Refers to something that cannot be heard clearly.
What does ‘inaugurer’ mean?
to inaugurate, open
Refers to the formal beginning or opening of something.
What is ‘l’inverse (m)’?
the opposite
Refers to something that is completely different in nature or character.
What does ‘mener à’ mean?
to lead to
Refers to guiding someone or something towards a particular outcome.
What is ‘la mondialisation’?
globalisation
The process of interaction and integration among people, companies, and governments worldwide.
What does ‘la mutation’ refer to?
change
Indicates a significant transformation or alteration.
Fill in the blank: ‘au niveau _______’ means ‘at the European level’.
européen
What does ‘nulle part’ mean?
nowhere
Indicates the absence of a location or place.
What is ‘s’offusquer’?
to take offence
Refers to feeling insulted or hurt by something.
What does ‘à l’opposé’ mean?
on the other hand
Used to present a contrasting idea or perspective.
What is ‘le parti politique’?
political party
An organized group of people who share similar political beliefs and goals.
What does ‘en petit’ mean?
in miniature
Refers to something that is a smaller version of something else.
What is ‘la pression’?
pressure
The exertion of force upon an object or the stress experienced in a situation.
What does ‘progressivement’ mean?
progressively
Indicates a gradual increase or change over time.
What is ‘promettre’?
to promise
To assure someone that one will definitely do something.
Fill in the blank: ‘à _______ de’ means ‘with regard to’.
propos
What does ‘quasiment’ mean?
almost
Indicates something that is very near to a specified condition.
What is ‘en raison de’?
because of
Indicates the cause or reason for something.
What does ‘réduire’ mean?
to reduce
Refers to making something smaller or less in amount.
What is ‘renforcer’?
to reinforce
To strengthen or support something.
What does ‘le renfort’ refer to?
reinforcement
Additional support or strength provided to something.
What is ‘le reportage’?
report
A detailed account or narrative about an event or situation.
What does ‘se réjouir’ mean?
to rejoice
To feel great joy or delight.
What is ‘la rixe’?
brawl, scuffle
A noisy fight or disturbance.
What does ‘la rue commerçante’ mean?
shopping street
A street lined with shops and stores.
What does ‘sciemment’ mean?
deliberately
Refers to doing something intentionally and with purpose.
What is ‘le seuil’?
threshold
The level or point at which something begins or changes.
What does ‘la solidarité’ mean?
solidarity
Unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a common interest.
What is ‘souffler’?
to blow
Refers to expelling air from the mouth or producing a wind.
What does ‘souhaiter’ mean?
to wish
To express a desire for something to happen.
What does ‘toutefois’ mean?
nevertheless, however
Used to introduce a contrast or exception.
What is ‘la volonté’?
willingness
The quality of being prepared to do something.
