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    L'etat (en. The state)

    /le.ta/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Set of institutions of a country.
    The French state has instituted new laws.
    L'état français a institué de nouvelles lois.
    Condition or situation of a person or a group.
    His health status has improved.
    Son état de santé s'est amélioré.
    Geographical location of a country.
    The state of California is famous for its beaches.
    L'état de Californie est célèbre pour ses plages.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'status' meaning 'situation', 'state'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    update the state
    Update or revise the state of a situation.
    mettre l'état à jour
    the state of emergency
    Exceptional situation requiring special measures.
    l'état d'urgence
    civil status
    Set of documents and information regarding individuals.
    l'état civil

    Related Words

    the nation
    Group of people sharing a common culture and history.
    la nation
    the government
    Executive authority of a state.
    le gouvernement
    the territory
    Delimited geographical area.
    le territoire

    Slang Meanings

    The state is often used to refer to a general condition.
    He is in a state of shock.
    Il est dans un état de choc.
    State can also refer to a particular mood or atmosphere.
    It creates a festive state here.
    Ça crée un état de fête ici.