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    L'élément (en. The element)

    [el-e-mã]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A fundamental component in a whole.
    Water is an essential element for life.
    L'eau est un élément essentiel pour la vie.
    A pure chemical substance.
    Hydrogen is the lightest element in the periodic table.
    L'hydrogène est l'élément le plus léger dans le tableau périodique.
    A characteristic or aspect of a concept.
    Loyalty is a key element in a relationship.
    La fidélité est un élément clé dans une relation.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'elementum', meaning 'principles' or 'foundations'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Disruptive element
    An element that causes disturbances in a system.
    élément perturbateur
    To be in one's element
    To be at ease or in sync with a situation.
    être dans son élément
    Element of surprise
    An unexpected factor in a given situation.
    élément de surprise

    Related Words

    Compound
    A substance made up of several elements.
    composé
    System
    An organized set of elements interacting.
    système
    Structure
    The arrangement or organization of multiple elements.
    structure

    Slang Meanings

    A healthy element
    This dish is really a healthy element of my diet.
    Ce plat est vraiment un élément sain de ma diète.
    A cool element
    This guy is really a cool element in the group.
    Ce type est vraiment un élément cool dans le groupe.