Espèces (en. Species)

/ɛs.pɛs/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Refers to a form of currency.

He paid in cash to leave no trace.

Il a payé en espèces pour ne pas laisser de trace.

A set of living organisms classified by their characteristics.

There are several species of flowers in this garden.

Il existe plusieurs espèces de fleurs dans ce jardin.

The term 'species' comes from the Latin 'species' meaning 'appearance' or 'type'.

to have cash in hand

To possess liquid money.

avoir de l'argent en espèces

to exchange cash

To convert cash to obtain bills of different denominations.

changer des espèces

to give in cash

To make a donation directly in cash.

donner en espèces

species

Term used to designate a category of organisms.

espèce

endangered species

Species that are threatened with extinction.

espèce en voie de disparition

volatile species

A category of animal species targeted for monetary circulation.

especes volatiles

Cash, usually in an informal manner.

You need to give me some cash!

Il faut que tu me donnes un peu d'espèces !

Dollars or euros in an informal context.

I need you to bring me cash for the concert.

J'ai besoin que tu me ramènes des espèces pour le concert.