Actif (en. Active)
/ak.tif/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to a person who takes part in activities.
He is very active in charitable associations.
Il est très actif dans les associations caritatives.
Which presents an activity, particularly on the economic level.
The market is active at the moment.
Le marché est actif en ce moment.
Refers to an organ or a member that is functioning normally.
His reflexes are still active.
Ses réflexes sont encore actifs.
Which is involved in a process or a system.
The cell is active in metabolism.
La cellule est active dans le métabolisme.
Etymology
From Latin 'activus', which means 'that acts, that is in motion'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be active
To actively participate in something.
être actif
an asset
A good or item that contributes to a return in an economic context.
un actif
to touch an asset
To access a good, often used in an economic context.
toucher un actif
Related Words
activity
Action or set of actions carried out by an individual or group.
activité
to activate
To start or put into action.
activer
activation
Process of making something active.
activation
Slang Meanings
To be on the ground
He is always on the ground, very active in his job.
Il est toujours sur le terrain, très actif dans son boulot.
To be involved
This person is very involved, she is super active in everything.
Cette personne est hyper impliquée, elle est super active dans tout.