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    Idees (en. Ideas)

    /idɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A thought or concept, often expressed verbally.
    I have several ideas for the project.
    J'ai plusieurs idées pour le projet.
    An opinion or belief on a subject.
    His political ideas are very avant-garde.
    Ses idées politiques sont très avant-gardistes.
    A plan or suggestion to achieve something.
    He proposed a brilliant idea to improve the company.
    Il a proposé une idée brillante pour améliorer l'entreprise.

    Etymology

    The word 'idea' comes from the Greek 'ἰδέα' (idéa) meaning 'form' or 'aspect'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have ideas
    To be creative or inspired.
    avoir des idées
    to put an idea into practice
    To realize or apply a suggestion.
    mettre une idée en pratique
    to form an idea
    To form an opinion about something.
    se faire une idée

    Related Words

    ideologue
    A person who firmly adheres to a set of ideas.
    idéologue
    ideal
    A standard of perfection or a model.
    idéal
    idealism
    A philosophical doctrine valuing spirit over matter.
    idéalisme

    Slang Meanings

    crazy idea
    It's a crazy idea to think that everything will be fine without a plan.
    C'est une idée folle de penser que tout ira bien sans plan.
    flash of genius
    This idea was a flash of genius, not just a simple idea.
    Cette idée était un éclair de génie, pas une simple idée.