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    Fait (en. Do)

    /fɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An action or event that has actually taken place.
    The fact that he left surprised us.
    Le fait qu'il soit parti nous a surpris.
    An indisputable truth.
    It is a scientifically proven fact.
    C'est un fait scientifique prouvé.
    verb
    To accomplish or achieve something.
    She did her homework before going out.
    Elle a fait ses devoirs avant de sortir.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'factum', which means 'done thing'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    handmade
    A product made by hand, artisanal.
    fait main
    done deal
    An action that has been completed and can no longer be changed.
    fait accompli
    a fact is a fact
    It is an assertion of an undeniable truth or reality.
    qu'un fait est un fait
    to tell a fact
    To accuse someone of something bad.
    metre un fait

    Related Words

    do
    To carry out an action.
    faire
    news item
    A current event, often minor.
    fait divers
    defeated
    Who has lost a fight or battle.
    défait
    historical fact
    A significant event in history.
    fait historique

    Slang Meanings

    It's arranged.
    Everything is done according to the rules.
    Tout est fait dans les règles.
    It's clear.
    The fact is that he lied.
    Le fait est qu'il a menti.