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    Paquet (en. Pack)

    pa-kɛ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An object or group of objects packed together.
    I received a package of books by mail.
    J'ai reçu un paquet de livres par la poste.
    A term used to describe a certain quantity of something.
    He ordered a package of candies.
    Il a commandé un paquet de bonbons.
    A gift package, used for special occasions.
    She carefully wrapped the package for her friend's birthday.
    Elle a emballé le paquet avec soin pour l'anniversaire de son ami.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'pāca', meaning a pile or a load.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To put in the same package
    To group several elements together.
    mettre dans le même paquet
    Bundle of nerves
    State of anxiety or stress.
    paquet de nerfs
    To get oneself worked up
    To get organized or seriously prepare.
    se faire un paquet

    Related Words

    Parcel
    A package or postal shipment.
    colis
    Packaging
    Material used to wrap an object.
    emballage
    Gift package
    A package specially wrapped for a gift.
    paquet cadeau

    Slang Meanings

    A big package of something, often used informally.
    Look at that package of fries, it's huge!
    Regarde ce paquet de frites, c'est énorme !
    A bundle of problems or tasks, used to describe a complicated situation.
    I have a lot to deal with at work this week.
    J'ai un paquet à régler au travail cette semaine.