Modèle (en. Model)

/mɔ.dɛl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Object or person serving as an example or reference.
This painting is a model of Impressionist art.
Ce tableau est un modèle de l'art impressionniste.
Example to imitate in a specific context.
She chose a model of positive behavior.
Elle a choisi un modèle de comportement positif.
A template used to make other objects.
He used a wooden model to build the scale model.
Il a utilisé un modèle en bois pour construire la maquette.

Etymology

From Latin 'modelus', diminutive of 'modulus', meaning 'measure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

model of success
Example of success or achievement.
modèle de réussite
to be a role model for someone
To act as an inspiring example for others.
être un modèle pour quelqu'un
economic model
System or principle of operation of an economy.
modèle économique

Related Words

modeling
Process of creating a model.
modélisation
to model
To create or reproduce a model.
modéliser
scale model
Reduction of an object to a smaller scale.
modèle réduit

Slang Meanings

Attractive or fashionable person.
That girl is really a model!
Cette fille est vraiment un modèle!
Object that is trendy or popular.
This smartphone is the trendy model this year.
Ce smartphone est le modèle à la mode cette année.