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    Zéro (en. Zero)

    /ze.ʁo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A digit or number representing a null value.
    In the decimal system, zero is essential to indicate the absence of value.
    Dans le système décimal, le zéro est essentiel pour indiquer l'absence de valeur.
    The lowest score or grade in a grading system.
    He received a zero in mathematics for his incomplete assignment.
    Il a reçu un zéro en mathématiques pour son devoir incomplet.
    Symbol used in mathematics to denote a null value.
    In the equation, zero plays a fundamental role.
    Dans l'équation, le zéro joue un rôle fondamental.

    Etymology

    The word 'zero' comes from the Arabic 'صفر' (ṣifr), which means 'empty' or 'absence.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make zero
    Means to completely fail.
    faire zéro
    zero pointed
    Term used to denote a null score.
    zéro pointé
    starting from zero
    To start from a neutral situation with no resources.
    partir de zéro

    Related Words

    null
    Refers to a person or thing that has no value.
    nulle
    zeroise
    Qualifies a person who is often considered incompetent.
    zéroise

    Slang Meanings

    Designates a person of little importance or no skills.
    He acts like a zero in the team.
    Il agit comme un zéro dans l'équipe.
    Used to describe a dead-end situation.
    This idea is a zero; we can't do anything with it.
    Cette idée est un zéro, on ne peut rien en faire.