D'événements (en. Of events)
/de.vɛ.nə.mã/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Facts or incidents that occur in a given context.
Last year's events changed the course of history.
Les événements de l'année dernière ont changé le cours de l'histoire.
Public gathering or demonstration.
There are several cultural events this weekend in the city.
Il y a plusieurs événements culturels ce week-end dans la ville.
Each occurrence of a phenomenon, real or hypothetical.
All extreme weather events must be taken into account.
Tous les événements météorologiques extrêmes doivent être pris en compte.
Etymology
From Old French 'evenement', derived from Latin 'eventus', meaning 'that which happens'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tragic events
incidents with serious consequences.
événements tragiques
upcoming events
facts or incidents expected for the future.
événements à venir
significant events
facts that have a significant impact.
événements marquants
Related Words
awaken
To provoke a reaction or awareness.
éveiller
evident
Clear or manifest.
évident
evolution
Gradual change over a period.
évolution
Slang Meanings
A big event or party.
That night was a great event with lots of people.
Cette soirée était un super événement avec plein de monde.
A situation that attracts a lot of attention.
That accident created a big event in the city.
Cet accident a créé un gros événement dans la ville.