D'économie (en. Economy)
/de.ek.nomi/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Field of study related to the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
Modern economics is interested in financial markets.
L'économie moderne s'intéresse aux marchés financiers.
System by which a society organizes the production and consumption of goods.
The economy of a country can be influenced by external factors.
L'économie d'un pays peut être influencée par des facteurs externes.
Etymology
From the Greek 'oikonomia', meaning 'management of the household'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
market economy
Economic system in which production and consumption decisions are determined by supply and demand.
économie de marché
solidarity economy
Economic model that prioritizes social and environmental values over economic profit.
économie solidaire
local economy
Economy that focuses on the development of local production and services.
économie locale
Related Words
economist
A person who studies or practices economics.
économiste
circular economy
Economic model that seeks to reduce waste and maximize the use of resources.
économie circulaire
Slang Meanings
What's new in the economic sector?
Did you see the latest news about the economy?
T'as vu les dernières nouvelles d'économie ?
Thing that brings no returns.
This project, it’s about the economy, it’s useless.
Ce projet, c'est de l'économie, ça ne sert à rien.