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    Gens (en. People)

    /ʒɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A group of individuals belonging to a community.
    The people of this city are very welcoming.
    Les gens de cette ville sont très accueillants.
    People in general, without distinction.
    There are many interesting people at the conference.
    Il y a beaucoup de gens intéressants à la conférence.
    An indefinite number of people.
    People often think that money brings happiness.
    Les gens pensent souvent que l'argent fait le bonheur.

    Etymology

    Latin origin 'gens', meaning 'people' or 'clan'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the people
    People in general.
    les gens
    the people on the street
    Ordinary people.
    les gens de la rue
    to say what people think
    To express common ideas.
    dire ce que les gens pensent

    Related Words

    population
    A group of people living in a specific place.
    population
    society
    A group of individuals sharing a common living environment.
    société
    community
    A group of people sharing common interests or characteristics.
    communauté

    Slang Meanings

    Local people
    Local people know the good addresses well.
    Les gens du coin connaissent bien les bonnes adresses.
    Those people
    Those people have no respect.
    Ces gens-là ne respectent rien.