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    L'individu (en. The individual)

    /lɛ̃.di.vi.dy/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A person taken in isolation.
    Every individual has their own characteristics.
    Chaque individu a ses propres caractéristiques.
    A living being, particularly a member of the human species.
    The individual must be respected in their rights.
    L'individu doit être respecté dans ses droits.
    A specimen of a species, often used in biological context.
    This individual of a rare species was observed in the reserve.
    Cet individu d'une espèce rare a été observé dans la réserve.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'individuum', meaning what cannot be divided.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the individual is king
    Every person has their importance and dignity.
    l'individu est roi
    a unique individual
    A person who stands out from others.
    un individu à part

    Related Words

    individualism
    Doctrine that places the individual at the center of concerns.
    individualisme
    individuation
    Process by which an individual develops as a distinct entity.
    individuation
    social individual
    A person considered in the context of their social interactions.
    individu social

    Slang Meanings

    A guy
    This guy is really interesting.
    Ce type est vraiment intéressant.
    A dude
    That dude did a good job.
    Ce gars-là a fait un bon travail.