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    Affaire (en. Affair)

    /a.fɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A subject of interest, often legal or commercial.
    This legal case has garnered media attention.
    Cette affaire judiciaire a retenu l'attention des médias.
    A trade or a business.
    His business has been thriving for several years.
    Son affaire prospère depuis plusieurs années.
    A secret romantic or love relationship.
    They had an affair during their trip.
    Ils ont eu une affaire pendant leur voyage.
    An incident or significant or problematic event.
    The case sparked a great public debate.
    L'affaire a suscité un grand débat public.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'affaris', derived from 'ad' (to) and 'fari' (to speak).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    viewed affair
    Affair perceived from a certain angle.
    affaire vue
    to engage in business
    To engage in commercial transactions.
    mettre en affaire
    affair to take
    That can be considered for a benefit.
    affaire à prendre

    Related Words

    business
    Business or professional activities.
    affaires
    businessperson
    A person engaged in business.
    affairiste
    opportunism in business
    Opportunistic attitude in the field of business.
    affairisme

    Slang Meanings

    One-night stand
    He had an affair; it was just a one-night stand.
    Il a eu une affaire, c'était juste un coup d'un soir.
    DIY
    It's a real DIY affair in this project.
    C'est un vrai affaire de bricolage dans ce projet.