Sortes (en. Kinds)
/sɔʁt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Different types or varieties.
There are several sorts of books in this library.
Il existe plusieurs sortes de livres dans cette bibliothèque.
Categories of products or objects.
The sorts of clothing available vary by season.
Les sortes de vêtements disponibles varient selon la saison.
Ways or manners of doing something.
There are different sorts of music that I enjoy.
Il y a différentes sortes de musique que j'apprécie.
Etymology
From Latin 'sortis', meaning 'destiny' or 'part'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
all sorts
A large number of different types.
toutes sortes
sorts of
Referring to different types or specific varieties.
sortes de
of all sorts
Indicates diversity within a group.
de toutes sortes
Related Words
to go out
Action of leaving a place.
sortir
sorcery
Magic or witchcraft.
sortilège
sort
Singular of sorts, designating a type or category.
sorte
Slang Meanings
Used to describe varied experiences.
He tried all sorts of dishes during his trip.
Il a essayé toutes sortes de plats pendant son voyage.
Expression to say that there are several options.
There are all sorts of hobbies here.
Il y a toutes sortes de loisirs ici.