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    Force (en. Strength)

    /fɔʁs/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Physical energy that causes a change in motion or state.
    The force of gravity pulls everything towards the ground.
    La force de la gravité attire tout vers le sol.
    Power, violence, authority.
    He used force to open the door.
    Il a utilisé la force pour ouvrir la porte.
    A set of means to achieve a goal.
    They exerted all their strength to win the competition.
    Ils ont mis en œuvre toutes leurs forces pour gagner la compétition.
    verb
    To make something stronger or more powerful.
    You have to force the lock if the key doesn't work.
    Il faut forcer la serrure si la clé ne fonctionne pas.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'fortia', which means 'strength, physical strength'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the force of habit
    A repeated action that becomes automatic.
    force de l'habitude
    to force someone's hand
    To demand someone to act against their will.
    forcer la main à quelqu'un
    quiet strength
    A soft but effective power.
    force tranquille

    Related Words

    to force
    To make something stronger or apply pressure.
    forcer
    to strengthen
    To make stronger.
    renforcer
    to force a door
    To open a door by applying force.
    forcer une porte

    Slang Meanings

    To have courage or boldness.
    He really has strength, he isn't afraid to take on challenges.
    Il a vraiment de la force, il n'a pas peur de relever des défis.
    To be influential or dominant.
    In this field, it’s the strength of ideas that matters.
    Dans ce milieu, c'est la force des idées qui compte.