L'événement (en. The event)

/levɛnə/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A particular incident that occurs at a given time and place.
The conference event was a great success.
L'événement de la conférence a été un grand succès.
A significant change in a process or situation.
The climatic event caused disruptions.
L'événement climatique a provoqué des bouleversements.
A celebration or an organized party.
They are preparing an event for New Year's.
Ils préparent un événement pour le Nouvel An.

Etymology

From the Latin 'eventus', meaning what happens.

Common Phrases and Expressions

A significant event
A fact that has a significant impact.
un événement marquant
In case of event
If something occurs.
en cas d'événement
Unexpected event
A fact that was not anticipated.
événement imprévu

Related Words

Series of events
A succession of facts or incidents.
série d'événements
Evocation
The action of recalling something from memory.
évocation
Event measure
An assessment of the impacts of an event.
mesure événementielle

Slang Meanings

An evening or gathering that is particularly memorable.
The birthday party was really an event.
La fête d'anniversaire était vraiment un événement.
An incident that attracts attention, often used in the context of media.
This event went viral on social networks.
Cet événement a fait le tour des réseaux sociaux.