L'étude (en. The study)

/le.tyd/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The act of studying or conducting research.
The study of the human sciences is fascinating.
L'étude des sciences humaines est fascinante.
School or university work.
She dedicates her nights to studying for exams.
Elle consacre ses nuits à l'étude en vue des examens.
The result of research or analysis.
This study shows the effects of climate change.
Cette étude montre les effets du changement climatique.

Etymology

From Latin 'studium', which means 'zeal, diligence in study'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

market study
Data analysis to assess a market.
l'étude de marché
without prior study
Without prior research or verification.
sans étude préalable
to conduct a study
To carry out a detailed examination or research.
faire étude

Related Words

to study
Approach to learning or research.
étudier
student
A person who is studying.
étudiant
student life
Related to the life of a student.
étudiantine

Slang Meanings

High school diploma
He studied for his high school diploma for weeks.
Il a révisé pour son bac pendant des semaines.
Cramming
She crammed all night for the exam.
Elle a cramé toute la nuit pour l'examen.