Changement (en. Change)
/ʃɑ̃ʒ.mɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Action of changing something.
The change of seasons is inevitable.
Le changement des saisons est inévitable.
Transformation or evolution.
Climate change affects our environment.
Le changement climatique affecte notre environnement.
Movement from one thing to another.
A change of direction is necessary.
Un changement de direction est nécessaire.
Etymology
From the verb 'changer', of Latin origin 'cambiare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
change of course
To modify the direction or approach of a situation.
changement de cap
radical change
A complete and profound transformation.
changement radical
change networks
Concepts or groups that support modifications in a system.
réseaux de changement
Related Words
to change
To modify or transform something.
changer
evolution
Process of gradual change.
évolution
transition
Process of moving from one state to another.
transition
Slang Meanings
Rapid and unexpected change.
This plot twist caused a big change in the story.
Ce coup de théâtre a causé un gros changement dans l’histoire.
Change in behavior.
He made a change in his way of acting that surprised everyone.
Il a fait un changement dans sa façon d'agir qui a surpris tout le monde.