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    L’on (en. One)

    /lɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    pronoun
    Indefinite pronoun used to express generalities or universal truths.
    It is said that patience is a virtue.
    L'on dit que la patience est une vertu.
    Used to replace 'nous' in a formal or neutral context.
    One must respect the rules.
    L'on doit respecter les règles.
    Serves to avoid repetition of the subject in a sentence.
    One expects that everyone does their best.
    L'on s'attend à ce que chacun fasse de son mieux.

    Etymology

    Contraction of 'nous' and 'on', used in French to form impersonal expressions.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    we know
    expresses a commonly accepted truth
    l'on sait
    that's what we say
    indicates that it is a shared opinion
    voilà ce que l'on dit
    we do not forget
    reminds not to overlook something
    l'on n'oublie pas

    Related Words

    on
    indefinite pronoun also used to express generalities.
    on
    people
    refers to people in a general way.
    les gens
    we
    personal pronoun that includes the speaker and others.
    nous

    Slang Meanings

    Used informally to speak in an inclusive manner.
    At school, we have a lot of fun.
    À l'école, l'on s'amuse beaucoup.
    Tendency to say 'on' instead of 'nous' in an informal setting.
    We are all here for the party.
    On est tous là pour la fête.