L'important (en. The important thing)

/lɛ̃.pɔʁ.tɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who has importance, who is significant.
It is important to listen to others.
Il est important d'écouter les autres.
Who plays a major role in a situation.
This decision is important for our future.
Cette décision est importante pour notre avenir.
Of great scope or consequence.
It is an important event in history.
C'est un événement important dans l'histoire.

Etymology

From the Latin 'importans', meaning 'bringing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

It is important to
Emphasizes the necessity of taking action.
Il est important de
It's important to know
Highlights a key piece of information.
C'est important à savoir
Play an important role
Has a significant influence.
Jouer un rôle important
Say the important thing
Explains what is essential.
Dire l'important

Related Words

important
Feminine form of the adjective 'important'.
importante
importance
Quality of what is important.
importance
to matter
To have importance or value.
importer

Slang Meanings

Kapital
It's a kapital moment for me!
C'est un kapital moment pour moi!
Game changer
This project is a real game changer for the team.
Ce projet est un vrai game changer pour l'équipe.