L'attitude (en. Attitude)

/la.ti.tyd/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Emotional or mental state that manifests as behavior.
His positive attitude inspired the whole team.
Son attitude positive a inspiré toute l'équipe.
Position or posture of a person.
The dancer's attitude was incredibly graceful.
L'attitude du danseur était incroyablement gracieuse.
Point of view or opinion on a subject.
He changed his attitude towards this issue.
Il a changé d'attitude envers ce problème.

Etymology

From the Latin 'aptitudo', meaning 'disposition, capacity'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have an attitude
To have a way of being or behaving.
avoir une attitude
to change attitude
To modify one's way of seeing or acting.
changer d'attitude
to have a positive attitude
To show optimism and encouragement.
avoir une attitude positive

Related Words

behavior
Action or way of acting of a person.
comportement
mindset
Way of thinking that influences attitudes.
mindset
disposition
Tendency to act in a certain way.
disposition

Slang Meanings

An arrogant or haughty attitude.
He always has that diva attitude.
Il a toujours cette attitude de diva.
A relaxed or carefree lifestyle.
She has a chill attitude that attracts everyone.
Elle a une attitude chill qui attire tout le monde.