Modes (en. Modes)
/mɔdz/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A mode is a way of acting or a particular method.
There are several modes of transportation.
Il existe plusieurs modes de transport.
In the field of music, a mode is a musical scale.
The Dorian mode is often used in jazz.
Le mode dorien est souvent utilisé dans le jazz.
In the field of computing, a mode refers to a specific state or configuration of a program.
You can change the display mode in the settings.
Vous pouvez changer le mode d'affichage dans les paramètres.
Etymology
The word 'mode' comes from the Latin 'modus', which means 'measure' or 'manner'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be in the mood
To be in a particular state of mind or to follow a trend.
être dans le mode
to change modes
To modify one's habits or style.
changer de mode
user manual
A guide or instructions on how to do something.
mode d'emploi
Related Words
lifestyle
The lifestyle of a person or group.
mode de vie
operating mode
The method or procedure used to accomplish a task.
mode opératoire
musical mode
A scale or tonality used in music.
mode musical
Slang Meanings
To be fashionable, to follow the latest trends.
He always dresses according to the latest fashions.
Il s'habille toujours selon les derniers modes.
To be in a period where one is heavily focused on something.
She is in her study mode, she doesn't go out much.
Elle est dans son mode études, elle ne sort pas beaucoup.