Actifs (en. Assets)

[ak.tif]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who is in motion, showing energy.
She leads an active life, practicing sports regularly.
Elle mène une vie active, pratiquant le sport régulièrement.
Who is available and operational.
The company's assets are very well managed.
Les actifs de l'entreprise sont très bien gérés.
Who participates actively in an activity.
He is very active in his community.
Il est très actif dans sa communauté.

Etymology

From Latin 'activus', meaning 'that which acts'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

active as a butterfly
Very energetic and always on the move.
actif comme un papillon
to have an asset
To be involved in a business activity.
avoir un actif

Related Words

activity
State or quality of what is active.
activité
activate
To start something.
activer
actor
Person who plays a role in a show or activity.
acteur

Slang Meanings

Being on the ground
He is always on the ground, very active.
Il est toujours sur le terrain, très actif.
To feel great
Today, I feel active, I feel great!
Aujourd'hui, je me sens actif, j'ai la pêche !