Courante (en. Current)

/kuʁɑ̃t/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

That which occurs or happens currently.

The current trend in fashion is to wear bright colors.

La tendance courante dans la mode est de porter des couleurs vives.

That which is common or usual.

It is a common practice in European countries.

C'est une pratique courante dans les pays européens.

That which flows easily, fluid.

This river has very clear flowing water.

Cette rivière a une eau courante très claire.

From the French 'courant', derived from the verb 'courir'.

business current

Following the state of the current economy.

courante d'affaires

during the week

During the days of the week.

dans le courant de la semaine

current trend

Current situation or mode.

tendance courante

flow

A movement of water or air.

courant

to run

To move quickly, going from one point to another.

courir

current

Referring to something that is ongoing or exists at a given moment.

courante

Something very common or mundane.

It's just a common problem in this city.

C'est juste un problème courant dans cette ville.

A style or trend that is popular.

This look is really current among young people right now.

Ce look est vraiment courante chez les jeunes en ce moment.