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    Matérielle (en. Material)

    /ma.te.ʁjɛl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to that which belongs to matter, as opposed to spirit.
    Material goods are often easier to evaluate than intangible goods.
    Les biens matériels sont souvent plus faciles à évaluer que les biens immatériels.
    Related to physical or tangible resources.
    Companies must effectively manage their material resources.
    Les entreprises doivent gérer leurs ressources matérielles de manière efficace.
    Concerning the material needs of human beings.
    Meeting material needs is essential for a good standard of living.
    La satisfaction des besoins matériels est essentielle pour un bon niveau de vie.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'materialis', which means 'pertaining to matter'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    material needs
    The vital necessities related to daily life.
    besoins matériels
    material resources
    The physical assets available to an organization.
    ressources matérielles
    materialistic society
    A society focused on the acquisition of material goods.
    société matérialiste

    Related Words

    matter
    Substance of which an object is made.
    matière
    equipment
    Equipment or materials necessary for an activity.
    matériel
    intangible
    Which does not relate to matter.
    immatériel

    Slang Meanings

    To have material concerns to the detriment of spiritual values.
    He is so materialistic that he only thinks about buying new things.
    Il est tellement matériel qu'il ne pense qu'à acheter de nouvelles choses.
    To be focused on material goods.
    This material attitude reflects a culture of excessive consumption.
    Cette attitude matérielle reflète une culture de consommation excessive.