Organe (en. Organ)

/ɔʁɡan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Element of the human or animal body with a specific function.
The heart is a vital organ.
Le cœur est un organe vital.
Organ of speech, such as the tongue or lips.
The organs of speech allow for sound production.
Les organes de la parole permettent de produire des sons.
Association or grouping serving a function within a social or political system.
The union is a representation body for workers.
Le syndicat est un organe de représentation des travailleurs.

Etymology

From the Latin 'organum' meaning instrument, tool.

Common Phrases and Expressions

official body
Entity or institution recognized by law.
organe officiel
decision-making body
Instance that makes decisions within an organization.
organe de décision

Related Words

organization
Establishment of a structure or system to function.
organisation
organic
Related to organs, often used in a biological context.
organistique

Slang Meanings

In the context of personal relationships, it can refer to an influential person.
That guy is the organ that decides everything here.
Ce gars est l'organe qui décide de tout ici.
A colloquial term to refer to the function of an organ in conversation.
How's your organ? You know, the one that makes your heart beat!
Comment va ton organe? Tu sais, celui qui fait battre ton cœur!