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    Deuxième (en. Second)

    /døzjɛm/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Indicates the position or rank that follows the first.
    He finished in second place in the marathon.
    Il est arrivé en deuxième place au marathon.
    Often refers to half of something, for example in a division.
    I took the second piece of cake.
    J'ai pris la deuxième part du gâteau.

    Etymology

    Originating from the Latin 'duo', meaning 'two', with the suffix '-ième' indicating position.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    second chance
    An additional opportunity.
    deuxième chance
    second floor
    The level accessed by a staircase or an elevator.
    deuxième étage
    second round
    A second school, critique, or evaluation.
    deuxième tour

    Related Words

    first
    The number one in a series.
    premier
    third
    The number three in a series.
    troisième
    second class
    A lower or less prestigious level.
    deuxième classe

    Slang Meanings

    A pair of two people.
    They are a true second.
    Ils sont un véritable deuxième.
    Not the first, but not the last either.
    He is my second choice for the team.
    Il est mon deuxième choix pour l'équipe.