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    Plan (en. Plan)

    /plɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A drawing or diagram representing something.
    The floor plan of the house is on the table.
    Le plan de la maison est sur la table.
    An organized project or intention.
    We have a plan for the holidays.
    Nous avons un plan pour les vacances.
    A two-dimensional representation of a space or an object.
    The city plan shows all the neighborhoods.
    Le plan de la ville montre tous les quartiers.
    verb
    To establish a project or strategy.
    She has been planning her trip for months.
    Elle planifie son voyage depuis des mois.
    To draw a diagram.
    He outlined the project before starting the work.
    Il a plané le projet avant de commencer les travaux.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'planus', which means 'flat'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to draft a plan
    Developing a strategy or a project.
    mettre au point un plan
    to have a backup plan
    Having an alternative.
    avoir un plan B
    to follow the plan
    Following a predefined strategy.
    suivre le plan
    action plan
    A set of concrete steps to follow.
    plan d'action

    Related Words

    project
    A set of activities aimed at a goal.
    projet
    strategy
    Action plan designed to achieve an objective.
    stratégie
    diagram
    Graphic representation of an idea.
    schéma

    Slang Meanings

    A plan to hang out or spend time with someone.
    Are we making plans this weekend?
    On se fait un plan ce week-end ?
    A casual meeting or outing.
    I have plans with the guys tonight.
    J'ai un plan avec les gars ce soir.