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    L’âge (en. Age)

    /lɛ aʒ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The duration of life of an individual or a group of individuals.
    His age is an important factor in job selection.
    Son âge est un facteur important dans le choix d'un emploi.
    A specific moment in life, characterized by specific events or behaviors.
    The golden age of Italian painting is often considered to be the 16th century.
    L'âge d'or de la peinture italienne est souvent considéré comme le 16ème siècle.
    A set of characteristics and conditions related to a historical era.
    The medieval age was marked by profound social changes.
    L'âge médiéval a été marqué par de profonds changements sociaux.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'aetatem', which means 'duration of life, age'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Adulthood
    The period of life when a person is considered mature.
    l’âge adulte
    The golden age
    A period of prosperity and success.
    l’âge d'or
    Tender age
    Childhood.
    l'âge tendre

    Related Words

    Youth
    The period of life between childhood and adulthood.
    jeunesse
    Old age
    The period of advanced life.
    vieillesse
    Maturity
    State of being fully developed or adult.
    maturité

    Slang Meanings

    A colloquial term for referring to a person's age.
    He reached a 'mature age' in his career.
    Il a atteint un 'âge mûr' dans sa carrière.
    To express an advanced age, often humorously.
    Ah, at your age, you should start thinking about retirement!
    Ah, à ton âge, tu devrais commencer à réfléchir à la retraite !