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    L’article (en. The article)

    /laʁ.tikl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A word representing a person, animal, thing, or idea, used with or without an article.
    The definite article 'le' is used to specify a noun.
    L’article défini 'le' est utilisé pour spécifier un nom.
    In the context of grammar, it refers to a category of words (definite or indefinite).
    The indefinite articles in French are 'un' and 'une'.
    Les articles indéfinis en français sont 'un' et 'une'.
    In a text or publication, it refers to a writing on a subject.
    I read an interesting article about the environment in the newspaper.
    J'ai lu un article intéressant sur l'environnement dans le journal.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'articulus', diminutive of 'artus', meaning 'joint'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the law article
    An official text that states a rule or principle.
    l'article de loi
    the newspaper article
    A writing or text published in a newspaper or magazine.
    l'article de journal
    the definite article
    An article that designates a specific noun.
    l'article défini

    Related Words

    definite article
    An article that specifies a particular noun (e.g.: le, la, les).
    article défini
    indefinite article
    An article that indicates a non-specific noun (e.g.: un, une, des).
    article indéfini

    Slang Meanings

    An article that is not good enough.
    That movie was a real dud!
    Ce film était un vrai l'article !
    A random element or object.
    Bring back something from your room.
    Ramène un article de ta chambre.