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    Etats (en. States)

    [e.tɑ] /e.ta/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A state is a condition, a situation, or a manner of being.
    The state of the planet requires immediate actions.
    L'état de la planète nécessite des actions immédiates.
    A state can be a territory governed by a government.
    The United States is made up of fifty states.
    Les États-Unis sont formés de cinquante États.
    In physics, it designates a condition of material systems.
    The states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.
    Les états de la matière sont solides, liquides et gazeux.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'status', meaning 'position' or 'situation'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    state of emergency
    Situation requiring exceptional measures.
    état d'urgence
    soul-searching
    The feelings or emotions of a person.
    les états d'âme
    status report
    Report on the current situation of a place.
    état des lieux

    Related Words

    situation
    The state or condition in which someone or something is found.
    situation
    condition
    State that affects quality or functioning.
    condition
    status
    Position or condition of a person or an object.
    statut

    Slang Meanings

    To feel at rock bottom.
    He is in a bad state after his breakup.
    Il est dans un sale état après sa rupture.
    To be tired or not feeling well.
    After that night, I am in a state!
    Après cette soirée, je suis dans un état !