Lien (en. Link)
/ljɛ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A relationship or connection between two or more elements.
There is a strong link between mother and child.
Il existe un lien fort entre la mère et l'enfant.
A connecting element in the digital realm.
Click on the link to access the website.
Cliquez sur le lien pour accéder au site web.
A material or symbolic attachment.
They sealed their friendship with an unbreakable link.
Ils ont scellé leur amitié par un lien indéfectible.
Etymology
From Latin 'ligamen', which means 'attachment'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
kinship link
Family relationship between people.
lien de parenté
to create a link
To create a relationship or connection.
faire lien
unbreakable link
A very strong and lasting link.
lien indéfectible
Related Words
to bind
Action of connecting two elements.
lier
liaison
A link or connection between two things.
liaison
to relate
To attach or connect.
relier
Slang Meanings
A friendly or conspiratorial relationship.
We've been linked since high school.
On est en lien depuis le lycée.
An informal link between two people.
I have a link with him through our mutual friends.
J'ai un lien avec lui à travers nos amis communs.