Grades (en. Grades)
/ɡʁɑd/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A notation assigned to a student based on their academic performance.
He received good grades in mathematics.
Il a obtenu de bonnes grades en mathématiques.
An indication of the quality or level of a product or service.
The grades of meat determine its quality.
Les grades de viande déterminent sa qualité.
A level of hierarchy or ranking within an organization.
He is at the top of the military ranks.
Il est en haut des grades militaires.
Etymology
From Latin 'gradus', meaning 'step' or 'stage'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have good grades
To achieve good academic results.
avoir des bonnes grades
to raise one's grades
To improve one's academic performance.
élever ses grades
to request grades
To submit a request for a review of results.
demander des grades
Related Words
grade
Numeric or letter result assigned to academic work.
note
diploma
Certificate attesting to the completion of an educational program.
diplôme
evaluation
Process of assessing knowledge or skills.
évaluation
Slang Meanings
To have high marks.
He is always on top with solid grades.
Il est toujours au top avec des grades en béton.
To be struggling academically.
She is struggling with her grades right now.
Elle galère avec ses grades en ce moment.