Audience (en. Audience)

/o.djɑ̃s/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The collective of people present to listen to a speech or performance.
The author was nervous in front of his audience.
L'auteur était nerveux devant son audience.
The audience targeted by a message or a work.
This campaign targets a young audience.
Cette campagne vise une audience jeune.

Etymology

From the Latin 'audientia,' meaning 'listening.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

attract the audience
Captivating the attention of the public.
attirer l'audience
attend a hearing
Submitting something for examination by a group.
passer une audience
gain an audience
Obtaining the attention or approval of the public.
gagner une audience

Related Words

auditorium
Establishment where a meeting or conference takes place.
auditoire
show
Event presented before an audience.
spectacle
advertising
Communication intended to promote a product or service.
publicité

Slang Meanings

A group of fans or followers online.
He managed to build a loyal audience on social media.
Il a réussi à constituer une audience fidèle sur les réseaux sociaux.
The supporter base of an influencer.
She has a large audience that follows her advice.
Elle a un large public qui suit ses conseils.