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    Matière (en. Matter)

    /ma.tjɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Substance that composes a body or object.
    Wood is a very commonly used matter in construction.
    Le bois est une matière très utilisée dans la construction.
    Teaching, field of study.
    He is very skilled in matters of mathematics.
    Il est très doué en matière de mathématiques.
    Knowledge or skill related to a subject.
    She has solid expertise in matters of law.
    Elle a une solide expertise en matière de droit.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'materia', meaning 'substance, matter'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    gray matter
    Intellectual and reflective capacity.
    matière grise
    stay on topic
    Not to stray from concrete subjects.
    rester dans la matière
    in matters of
    Regarding a specific subject.
    en matière de

    Related Words

    material
    A collection of objects or substances used for a particular purpose.
    matériel
    materials
    Substances or components used in manufacturing.
    matériaux
    materiologist
    A person specialized in the study of materials.
    matiériste

    Slang Meanings

    A substance, often used in a context of comfort.
    This material is really soft, it’s a true delight.
    Cette matière est vraiment douce, c'est un vrai bonheur.
    A subject or field in a familiar manner.
    We will go over the subjects after class.
    On va faire le tour des matières après le cours.