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Translate Files Société (en. Company)
/sɔ.sjɛ.te/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Community of individuals living together according to norms and laws.
Modern society is marked by technology.
La société moderne est marquée par la technologie.
Commercial organization.
This company specializes in online sales.
Cette société est spécialisée dans la vente en ligne.
Contract between two or more people to carry out a common project.
They created a company to develop their innovative product.
Ils ont créé une société pour développer leur produit innovant.
Etymology
Comes from the Latin 'societas' meaning 'association, company'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the consumer society
Socio-economic model where the consumption of goods and services is paramount.
la société de consommation
civil society
Set of non-governmental associations and institutions.
la société civile
limited liability company
Type of company where the liability of partners is limited to their contributions.
société à responsabilité limitée
Related Words
sociological
Related to the study of societies and human relationships.
sociologique
sociologist
Specialist in sociology.
sociologue
sociability
Ability to establish social relationships.
sociabilité
Slang Meanings
A cash society
This company is just a cash society!
Cette société, c'est juste une société d'argent!
Life in society
He always complains about life in society.
Il se plaint toujours de la vie en société.