Tribus (en. Tribes)

/tʁi.by/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A grouping of individuals linked by blood ties, culture, or common interests.
Native American tribes have a rich and complex history.
Les tribus amérindiennes ont une histoire riche et complexe.
In anthropology, a more or less autonomous social division.
Each tribe in the region has its own customs.
Chaque tribus dans la région a ses propres coutumes.
A group with a strong collective identity.
Urban tribes form around shared lifestyles and common values.
Les tribus urbaines se forment autour de styles de vie et de valeurs communes.

Etymology

From Latin 'tribus', meaning division or group.

Common Phrases and Expressions

urban tribes
Social groups forming in cities around specific cultures.
tribus urbaines
ancient tribes
Ancient communities with distinct customs and traditions.
tribus anciennes
musical tribe
A group of people sharing a common passion for a musical genre.
tribu musicale

Related Words

tribalism
Tendency to group into tribes and prioritize one's own group.
tribalisme
tributary
Person living under the domination of a tribe or group.
tributaire

Slang Meanings

A group of people with common interests.
This tribe of skateboarders meets every weekend at the park.
Cette tribu de skateurs se retrouve tous les week-ends au parc.
A set of people who share values or ideas.
They formed a tribe of independent music fans.
Ils ont formé une tribu de fans de musique indépendante.