Parte (en. Part)

/paʁt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A portion or segment of something.
He recorded a portion of his savings.
Il a consigné une parte de ses économies.
It often refers to the context of division.
Each member had to contribute their part to the project.
Chaque membre a dû contribuer à sa parte du projet.
An allocated or issued share.
The company distributed a portion of its profits.
La société a distribué une parte de ses bénéfices.

Etymology

From the Latin 'partem', which means 'part'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take one's share
To obtain what is due or deserved.
prendre sa parte
to do one's part
To contribute to a collective effort.
faire sa parte
a piece of cake
A portion or piece of cake.
une parte de gâteau

Related Words

partial
Relating to a part of a whole.
partiel
sharing
The action of dividing and distributing.
partage
participation
The action of taking part in something.
participation

Slang Meanings

Portion or share in an informal context.
I took my share from the wild night.
J'ai pris ma parte de la folle soirée.
Simply means 'a share' in jargon.
Everyone has to bring their part to the groceries.
Chacun doit amener sa parte aux courses.