Désordres (en. Disorders)
/dezɔʁdʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Disturbance or confusion in an established order.
The disorders in the classroom required the teacher's intervention.
Les désordres dans la classe ont nécessité l'intervention du professeur.
Troubles or riots.
The disorders in the city led to increased security measures.
Les désordres dans la ville ont entraîné un renforcement des mesures de sécurité.
State of an unstable or chaotic situation.
This crisis has caused significant economic disorder.
Cette crise a causé de grands désordres économiques.
Etymology
From Old French 'desordre', from 'des-' and 'ordre'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
In disorder
In a disorganized or chaotic state.
dans le désordre
To bring order
To tidy up or organize a turbulent situation.
mettre de l'ordre
To restore order
To restore the normal situation after a disorder.
rétablir l'ordre
Public disorder
Troubles that affect public peace.
désordre public
Related Words
Disorganized
Lacking order or structure.
désorganisé
Order
Arrangement or organization.
ordre
Chaos
State of complete disorder.
chaos
Slang Meanings
Explosive or very problematic situation.
The evening turned to chaos when the music got too loud.
La soirée a tourné au désordre quand la musique a été trop forte.
Moment of high activity or confusion.
The office was in complete disorder before the important meeting.
Le bureau était en plein désordre avant le rendez-vous important.