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    Point (en. Point)

    /pwɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A specific location in space.
    The starting point of the race is marked.
    Le point de départ de la course est marqué.
    A numerical value or a moment in a series.
    We have reached a critical point in the project.
    Nous avons atteint un point critique dans le projet.
    A punctuation mark.
    Don't forget to put a point at the end of the sentence.
    N'oubliez pas de mettre un point à la fin de la phrase.
    A conical object, often used in geometry.
    In the triangle, each corner is a point.
    Dans le triangle, chaque coin est un point.
    A score in a game.
    The team scored ten points.
    L'équipe a marqué dix points.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'punctum' which means 'something pierced, point, punctuation'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    point of view
    An opinion or perspective on a topic.
    point de vue
    to this point
    Up to a certain degree or level.
    à ce point
    any point
    Each aspect or detail.
    tout point
    to take a point
    To make a note or a comment.
    prendre un point

    Related Words

    dotted
    A line composed of small dots.
    pointillé
    sharp
    Having a fine and pointed end.
    pointu
    scoring
    Action of scoring a point.
    pointage

    Slang Meanings

    The end or purpose of a conversation or argument.
    Stop beating around the bush, what is the point?
    Arrête de tourner autour du pot, quel est le point ?
    To focus on the essentials.
    Listen, I want to get to the point quickly.
    Écoute, je veux en venir au point rapidement.