E (en. E)
/e/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A graphic symbol representing a sound.
The letter 'e' is often silent at the end of a word.
La lettre 'e' est souvent muette en fin de mot.
Used to indicate the infinitive form of verbs in French.
Verbs of the first group end with 'er', like 'aimer' or 'jouer'.
Les verbes du premier groupe se terminent par 'er', comme 'aimer' ou 'jouer'.
Etymology
From Latin 'e' and Greek 'epsilon'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
e=mc²
Expression of the relationship between energy, mass, and the speed of light.
e=mc²
to score an e
To obtain a grade in an exam.
noter un e
it's not the e of the alphabet
Expression indicating that something is not obvious.
c'est pas le e de l'alphabet
Related Words
she
Feminine personal pronoun that refers to a woman or a thing.
elle
and
Coordinating conjunction.
et
Slang Meanings
Create vibes.
He really put e into his music.
Il a vraiment mis e dans sa musique.
To be under the influence of a substance.
He is completely e after the party.
Il est complètement e après la fête.