Découvertes (en. Discoveries)

/de.kǝ.vɛʁt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The action of finding or observing something new.
Scientific discoveries change our understanding of the world.
Les découvertes scientifiques changent notre compréhension du monde.
The results or objects found during an investigation or exploration.
Archaeological discoveries have revealed ancient civilizations.
Les découvertes archéologiques ont révélé des civilisations anciennes.
A surprising or unexpected revelation.
His discovery of an old book in the attic was amazing.
Sa découverte d'un ancien livre dans le grenier était incroyable.

Etymology

Comes from the verb 'découvrir' which means to remove what covers.

Common Phrases and Expressions

make discoveries
Finding or observing new things.
faire des découvertes
significant discoveries
Discoveries that have a significant impact.
découvertes marquantes

Related Words

discovery
Action of discovering.
découverte
to discover
To find or learn something new.
découvrir
discoverer
Person who makes discoveries.
découvreur

Slang Meanings

Unexpected find.
That old photo was a true discovery!
Cette vieille photo était une vraie découverte !
Pleasant surprise.
This new technology is an incredible discovery.
Cette nouvelle technologie est une découverte incroyable.