Apparentes (en. Apparent)
/apaʁɑ̃t/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is visible or obvious.
The differences between the two products are very apparent.
Les différences entre les deux produits sont très apparentes.
Which seems to be the case but may not actually be.
He has qualities that are apparent but hides many flaws.
Il a des qualités qui sont apparentes mais il cache beaucoup de défauts.
Which shows itself or is manifest.
The student's progress has been apparent for a few weeks now.
Les progrès de l'élève sont apparents depuis quelques semaines.
Etymology
From the verb 'apparaître' derived from Latin 'appāre'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
apparent to everyone
visible to everyone
apparent à tous
seemingly apparent at first glance
what seems true at first glance
à première vue apparent
Related Words
appear
To become visible, to show oneself.
apparaître
appearance
The action of appearing, the moment when something appears.
apparition
Slang Meanings
Said when something is easily perceptible.
This painting is apparent, anyone could notice it.
Ce tableau est apparent, n'importe qui pourrait le remarquer.
Used to refer to things that seem obvious.
It's apparent that you need rest.
C'est apparent que tu as besoin de repos.