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    Idée (en. Idea)

    /i.de/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Conception, thought, or abstract notion.
    She has a brilliant idea for the project.
    Elle a une idée brillante pour le projet.
    Plan or project in progress.
    I have an idea for an outing this weekend.
    J'ai une idée de sortie pour ce week-end.
    Opinion or point of view on something.
    He shared his idea on the subject.
    Il a donné son idée sur le sujet.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'idea', of Greek origin 'ἰδέα' (idéa), meaning 'form' or 'appearance'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have an idea in mind
    Having a project or intention underway.
    avoir une idée en tête
    to put an idea into practice
    To realize or bring to fruition a thought or project.
    mettre une idée en pratique
    to chase away an idea
    To try to forget a persistent thought.
    chasser une idée
    to get an idea of something
    To form an opinion or representation of a subject.
    faire une idée de quelque chose

    Related Words

    concept
    General idea or developed abstraction.
    concept
    notion
    Conception or idea that involves partial understanding.
    notion
    thought
    Mental process that composes our ideas and opinions.
    pensée

    Slang Meanings

    To have a wacky idea
    He really has a wacky idea about how to solve this problem.
    Il a vraiment une idée loufoque sur la façon de résoudre ce problème.
    It's a good idea
    Let's say it's a good idea to go to the movies tonight.
    Disons que c'est une bonne idée d'aller au cinéma ce soir.