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    Préventions (en. Preventions)

    /pʁe.vɑ̃.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Actions and measures aimed at preventing danger.
    Public health precautions are essential to prevent the spread of diseases.
    Les préventions en santé publique sont essentielles pour éviter la propagation des maladies.
    Reservations or second thoughts regarding a future event.
    She has reservations about the reliability of this product.
    Elle a des préventions sur la fiabilité de ce produit.
    Precautions to be taken to avoid risks.
    Workplace safety precautions must be followed.
    Les préventions en matière de sécurité au travail doivent être respectées.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'praeventio', meaning the act of preventing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take precautions
    Taking measures to protect oneself against a risk.
    prendre des préventions
    to have reservations about
    Having reservations or doubts regarding something.
    avoir des préventions envers

    Related Words

    to prevent
    To warn in advance of a danger or problem.
    prévenir
    preventive
    Aiming to prevent a problem rather than addressing it.
    préventif

    Slang Meanings

    Taking measures to avoid problems.
    He takes precautions to avoid trouble.
    Il fait des préventions pour éviter les ennuis.
    To be wary or cautious.
    She has reservations about new technologies.
    Elle a des préventions avec les nouvelles technologies.