N (en. N)

/ɛn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Letter of the French alphabet.
The word 'nuit' starts with the letter n.
Le mot 'nuit' commence par la lettre n.
Mathematical symbol, often used to denote an integer.
In the equation, n represents a positive integer.
Dans l'équation, n représente un entier positif.

Etymology

From Latin 'n', symbol of a number or an indefinite element.

Common Phrases and Expressions

isn't it?
Expression used to seek confirmation.
n'est-ce pas ?
in no time
Means quickly or without delay.
en un rien de temps
that's life
This phrase expresses acceptance of life's situations.
c'est la vie

Related Words

no
A term to indicate negation or refusal.
non
naked
Referring to something that is uncovered or bare.
nu
nature
The set of elements and forces that make up the world.
nature

Slang Meanings

Represents a person in a certain context.
He said that the 'n' is always there when we need help.
Il a dit que le 'n' est toujours là quand on a besoin d'aide.
Used to refer to something uncertain.
I don't know, it's a 'n'.
Je ne sais pas, c'est un 'n'.