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    L’affaire (en. The affair)

    /la.faʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A subject or case to be dealt with.
    The case of the theft was resolved quickly.
    L'affaire du vol a été résolue rapidement.
    A business or trade.
    He decided to get into the affair.
    Il a décidé de se lancer dans l'affaire.
    A secret love affair.
    They are maintaining a secret affair.
    Ils entretiennent une affaire secrète.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'affara', meaning a commitment or an enterprise.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the affair is in the bag
    The situation is resolved or certain.
    l'affaire est dans le sac
    it's a matter to follow up
    It's something that requires ongoing attention.
    c'est une affaire à suivre
    to have an affair
    Being involved in a love relationship.
    avoir une affaire

    Related Words

    public affair
    A topic of public interest.
    affaire publique
    domestic affairs
    The internal questions or issues of a country.
    affaires intérieures
    judicial affairs
    The questions related to the judicial system.
    affaires judiciaires

    Slang Meanings

    A complex or delicate situation.
    This affair is really complicated.
    Cette affaire est vraiment compliquée.
    A gamble or a risk.
    It's a risky matter, but it could pay off.
    C'est une affaire risquée, mais ça pourrait payer.