Idées (en. Ideas)
/i.de/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Thought or concept formed in the mind.
She shared her ideas about the project.
Elle a partagé ses idées sur le projet.
Proposition or suggestion.
I have several ideas to improve our strategy.
J'ai plusieurs idées pour améliorer notre stratégie.
Mental impression.
His ideas about life are inspiring.
Ses idées sur la vie sont inspirantes.
Etymology
From Latin 'idea', which means 'form, appearance, plan'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have ideas in mind
to be thinking about something.
avoir des idées en tête
to be full of ideas
to have a lot of creativity or proposals.
être plein d'idées
to put one's ideas into practice
to concretely realize one's thoughts.
mettre en pratique ses idées
Related Words
concept
A general or abstract idea.
concept
theory
A set of ideas that explain a phenomenon.
théorie
vision
A perspective or idea about the future.
vision
Slang Meanings
Good or interesting thoughts.
I have a few ideas that could rock.
J'ai quelques idées qui pourraient déchirer.
Whimsical suggestions.
His ideas are sometimes outlandish!
Ses idées sont parfois farfelues !