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    L'intensité (en. The intensity)

    [lɛ̃.tɑ̃.si.te]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Characteristic of a phenomenon that determines its strength or power.
    The intensity of the colors in this painting is striking.
    L'intensité des couleurs dans ce tableau est saisissante.
    Measurement of the strength of an electric current.
    The intensity of the electric current is measured in amperes.
    L'intensité du courant électrique est mesurée en ampères.
    Level of activity or excitement in a given context.
    The intensity of the experience at university was incredible.
    L'intensité de l'expérience à l'université a été incroyable.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'intensitas', meaning 'force, pressure, force of action'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the intensity of light
    The measurement of the brightness of a light source.
    l'intensité de la lumière
    to have a variable intensity
    Used to describe a phenomenon whose strength changes depending on the circumstances.
    avoir une intensité variable
    to measure the intensity
    To assess the strength of a phenomenon or a current.
    mesurer l'intensité

    Related Words

    intense
    Which is of great strength, great power, or emotion.
    intense
    intensify
    To make more intense, to increase the strength of a phenomenon.
    intensifier
    intensely
    In an intense manner, with vigor or emotion.
    intensément

    Slang Meanings

    State of high energy.
    This concert had a crazy intensity, everyone was dancing!
    Ce concert avait une intensité de fou, tout le monde dansait !
    High level of stress or pressure.
    Work these days is all about intensity!
    Le boulot ces jours-ci, c'est de l'intensité !