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    Répandues (en. Widespread)

    [ʁepɑ̃dy]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which is widely distributed or known.
    The widespread beliefs in this culture are very fascinating.
    Les croyances répandues dans cette culture sont très fascinantes.
    Which extends over a large area.
    The widespread forests in this region are impressive.
    Les forêts répandues dans cette région sont impressionnantes.
    Used to describe ideas or practices deeply rooted in society.
    Some widespread ideas can be difficult to question.
    Certaines idées répandues peuvent être difficiles à remettre en question.

    Etymology

    The word 'répandues' comes from the verb 'répandre', which means 'to spread or distribute widely'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Widespread ideas
    Ideas widely accepted within a community.
    Idées répandues
    Widespread diseases
    Diseases that affect a large number of people in a region.
    Maladies répandues
    Widespread beliefs
    Beliefs that many people share.
    Croyances répandues

    Related Words

    to spread
    To circulate or disseminate something.
    répandre
    distribution
    The action of distributing or allocating.
    répartition
    repetition
    The action of repeating something.
    répétition

    Slang Meanings

    Categorically accepted or known.
    It's a widespread truth.
    C'est une vérité répandue.
    Fashionable or trendy.
    This hairstyle is widespread among young people.
    Cette coiffure est répandue parmi les jeunes.