Mode (en. Fashion)

/mɔd/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A way of doing or behaving.
He changed his way of life.
Il a changé de mode de vie.
A particular style in fashion or art.
This collection reflects a contemporary mode.
Cette collection reflète un mode contemporain.
A temporary state or condition.
He is in a mode of intense work.
Il est dans un mode de travail intense.

Etymology

From the Latin 'modus', meaning 'measure', 'manner'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in the mode
To be in a certain state of mind or action.
être dans le mode
to change mode
To modify one's behavior or way of doing things.
changer de mode
user's manual
Instructions on how to use something.
mode d'emploi
not on the same mode
To not be on the same wavelength.
pas dans le même mode

Related Words

modern
Relating to a recent period; current.
moderne
modal
Relating to a mode or modality.
modal
moderation
Action of not exceeding; balance.
modération

Slang Meanings

In style.
This restaurant is really trendy, everyone goes there!
Ce restaurant est vraiment mode, tout le monde y va !
To be in a certain state.
I was in relaxation mode during the holidays.
J'étais en mode farniente pendant les vacances.
Style or trend.
This look is so stylish at the moment.
Ce look est trop mode en ce moment.