G (en. G)
[ʒe]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Eighth letter of the alphabet, used to represent a consonantal sound.
The word 'cake' starts with the letter g.
Le mot 'gâteau' commence par la lettre g.
Used to designate a group or a category, for example in mathematics.
The g in mathematics can represent a set.
Le g en mathématiques peut représenter un ensemble.
Etymology
The letter g comes from the Latin 'gī', which in turn is derived from the Greek 'gamma'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
g as
Used to illustrate something starting with this letter.
g comme
g of luxury
Used to describe something very elegant or high-end.
g de luxe
g in music
Refers to the musical note Sol.
g en musique
Related Words
cake
Sweet pastry generally made with flour, sugar, and eggs.
gâteau
guitar
Stringed musical instrument.
guitare
Slang Meanings
Generation
Today's g uses a lot of technology.
La g d'aujourd'hui utilise beaucoup de technologie.
Genius
He's really g, he solves all problems easily.
Il est vraiment g, il résout tous les problèmes facilement.
Dude
This g helped me move this weekend.
Ce g m'a aidé à déménager ce week-end.
Gang
We're hanging out with the g tonight.
On sort avec le g ce soir.
Big
I had a g expense this month.
J'ai eu une g dépense ce mois-ci.