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    L'angle (en. The angle)

    /lɑ̃ɡl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The angle is the figure formed by two rays that start from the same point.
    The angle between the two walls is 90 degrees.
    L'angle entre les deux murs est de 90 degrés.
    A point of view or an approach to a subject.
    She has an interesting angle on this issue.
    Elle a un angle intéressant sur ce problème.
    The measurement of the space contained between two lines.
    The obtuse angle measures more than 90 degrees.
    L'angle obtus mesure plus de 90 degrés.
    An aspect or a characteristic of a situation.
    All angles must be considered before making a decision.
    Il faut considérer tous les angles avant de prendre une décision.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'angulus', which means 'corner' or 'angle'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    change angle
    Adopting a new perspective on a situation.
    changer d'angle
    take an angle
    Approaching a question in a particular manner.
    prendre un angle
    see from another angle
    Looking at a situation from a different perspective.
    voir sous un autre angle

    Related Words

    acute angle
    An angle that measures less than 90 degrees.
    angle aigu
    obtuse angle
    An angle that measures more than 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees.
    angle obtus
    right angle
    An angle that measures exactly 90 degrees.
    angle droit

    Slang Meanings

    A particular viewpoint on a subject.
    He has an angle on this matter, but I disagree.
    Il a un angle sur cette affaire, mais je ne suis pas d'accord.
    The way something is perceived or interpreted.
    It really depends on the angle you choose.
    Ça dépend vraiment de l'angle que tu choisis.