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    L'âge (en. Age)

    /lɑʒ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Duration of a person's or a thing's life.
    It is difficult to determine the exact age of this painting.
    Il est difficile de déterminer l'âge exact de ce tableau.
    Historical period.
    The age of stones is a fascinating period.
    L'âge des pierres est une période fascinante.
    Particular moment in life.
    In adulthood, one often makes important decisions.
    À l'âge adulte, on prend souvent des décisions importantes.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'aetatem', accusative of 'aetas', meaning the duration of life.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the golden age
    Period of prosperity and happiness.
    l'âge d'or
    the age of reason
    Age at which a person is capable of discernment.
    l'âge de raison
    at a tender age
    Young age, often childish.
    à l'âge tendre

    Related Words

    age
    Young age.
    ajeu
    old age
    Last period of life.
    vieillesse
    maturity
    Age at which a person reaches their full development.
    maturité

    Slang Meanings

    An advanced age that implies wisdom.
    At his age, he already knows a lot of things.
    À son âge, il sait déjà beaucoup de choses.
    When talking about a fairly old age with humor.
    He is starting to feel old, but at his age, he still has time ahead of him.
    Il commence à se sentir vieux, mais à son âge, il a encore du temps devant lui.