Profils (en. Profiles)

/pʁo.fil/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A representation or description of someone, particularly on a social network.

His profile on the dating site attracts a lot of attention.

Son profil sur le site de rencontre attire beaucoup d'attention.

Aspect or characteristics of an object or silhouette.

The profile of this car is very elegant.

Le profil de cette voiture est très élégant.

Analysis or assessment of the characteristics of an individual.

The psychological profile of the suspect was established by the investigators.

Le profil psychologique du suspect a été établi par les enquêteurs.

Of French origin, derived from the word 'pro-filer' which means 'to outline'.

low profile

A discreet or unobtrusive approach.

profil bas

to have a good profile

To be well-regarded or to have a good reputation.

avoir un bon profil

to search for a profile

Trying to find someone with specific characteristics, often in a professional or dating context.

chercher un profil

profiling

Process of analyzing characteristics to deduce information about a person.

profilage

profiler

A person who draws or creates profiles, often in marketing or criminal investigations.

profileur

To create a fake online profile.

He was accused of having a fake profile on social media.

Il a été accusé de fake profil sur les réseaux sociaux.

To have a strong online presence.

She has an impressive profile on Instagram.

Elle a un profil qui déchire sur Instagram.