Recherches (en. Research)
/ʁəʃɛʁʃ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Investigations or studies to obtain information.
Research on cancer is progressing rapidly.
Les recherches sur le cancer progressent rapidement.
A set of studies and analyses on an identified subject.
She published her research in a scientific journal.
Elle a publié ses recherches dans une revue scientifique.
The process of collecting data and information.
Archival research is crucial for history.
Les recherches archivistiques sont cruciales pour l'histoire.
Etymology
The word 'recherches' comes from the verb 'rechercher', which originates from the Latin 'recercare', meaning 'to seek again'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to conduct research
Conducting an investigation or study on a subject.
faire des recherches
in-depth research
Detailed and thorough investigations on a subject.
recherches approfondies
academic research
Studies carried out in a university setting.
recherches académiques
Related Words
research
The act of searching or exploring.
recherche
researcher
A person who conducts research.
chercheur
discovery
The act of finding something new through research.
découverte
Slang Meanings
Searching for information online or on social networks.
I did research on Instagram to find ideas.
J'ai fait des recherches sur Instagram pour trouver des idées.
Scouting for a project.
Before filming, we did research on the locations.
Avant de filmer, on a fait des recherches sur les lieux.