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    Substances (en. Substances)

    /syb.stɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Refers to a material or a set of materials with defined properties.
    Chemical substances can be classified into different categories.
    Les substances chimiques peuvent être classées en différentes catégories.
    Set of elements that form a whole.
    The medication contains several active substances.
    Le médicament contient plusieurs substances actives.
    In a philosophical context, refers to the essence of an object.
    The substance of an idea can evolve over time.
    La substance d'une idée peut évoluer avec le temps.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'substantia', which means 'that which is beneath' or 'essence'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    toxic substances
    Harmful materials for health.
    substances toxiques
    illegal substances
    Products prohibited by law.
    substances illicites
    nutritive substances
    Compounds essential for nutrition.
    substances nutritives

    Related Words

    compounds
    Substances formed by the combination of two or more chemical elements.
    composés
    solutions
    Homogeneous mixtures of substances where one is dissolved in another.
    solutions
    mixtures
    Combinations of two or more substances where each retains its properties.
    mixtures

    Slang Meanings

    Drugs
    He consumes certain substances to escape reality.
    Il consomme certaines substances pour échapper à la réalité.
    Chemical products
    He uses substances to conduct experiments.
    Il utilise des substances pour faire des expériences.