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    Anglais (en. English)

    /ɑ̃ɡlɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Germanic language of the Anglo-Frisian group, primarily spoken in the British Isles.
    She is learning English to be able to communicate during her travels.
    Elle apprend l'anglais pour pouvoir communiquer lors de ses voyages.
    Relating to England or the English.
    There are English courses offered at this school.
    Il est des cours d'anglais offerts dans cette école.
    A person native to or residing in England.
    This Englishman is very nice.
    Cet anglais est très sympathique.

    Etymology

    Derived from Old French 'engleis', itself derived from Latin 'Angli' (the Angles).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    speak English
    To use the English language.
    parler anglais
    everyday English
    English used in daily exchanges.
    anglais courant
    business English
    English used in a business context.
    anglais des affaires

    Related Words

    language
    A system of communication by signs, spoken or written.
    langue
    culture
    The set of knowledge, beliefs, and behaviors of a group.
    culture
    England
    A country that is part of the United Kingdom.
    Angleterre

    Slang Meanings

    Anglo
    That Anglo is really cool.
    Cet anglo est vraiment cool.
    Brit
    He is a Brit who lives in Paris.
    Il est un brit qui habite à Paris.