L'élève (en. The student)

/le.lev/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
An individual who is enrolled in school to learn.
The student passed all their exams.
L'élève a réussi tous ses examens.
A learner in an educational context.
His students admire him a lot.
Ses élèves l'admirent beaucoup.
A student at a primary or secondary level.
The student from the fifth grade is preparing their presentation.
L'élève de la classe de cinquième prépare son exposé.

Etymology

From the Latin 'elevare' which means 'to raise'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The student must learn
Means that the student has the responsibility to acquire knowledge.
l'élève doit apprendre
The model student
A student who is exemplary in behavior and studies.
l'élève modèle
A student in difficulty
A student who experiences problems in studies.
un élève en difficulté

Related Words

Teacher
A person who teaches students.
professeur
School
An institution where education is provided.
école
Class
A group of students studying together.
classe

Slang Meanings

Kid
This kid is the wisest student in the class.
Ce gamin est l'élève le plus sage de la classe.
Young
This young person works hard for their exams.
Ce jeune travaille dur pour ses examens.
Little
The little one always arrives early at school.
Le petit vient toujours en avance à l'école.