When you're at a B1 level in French, understanding adjectives like complice helps a lot. It describes someone who is involved in something with others, often implying a shared understanding or a bit of secrecy. Think of it as being 'in on it' or having a close bond because of a shared experience, good or bad.
For instance, two friends sharing a secret might be described as complices. It’s not always negative; it can simply mean people are very close and understand each other without needing to say much. Mastering this word adds a nice touch to your descriptions of relationships and shared activities.
Dato curioso
The English word 'complicate' shares the same Latin root.
Origen de la palabra
Latin 'complicare' (to fold together)
Significado original: folded together, entwined
RomanceContexto cultural
The term 'complice' in French can carry a slightly more neutral or even positive connotation than 'complicit' in English, especially when referring to shared secrets or close understanding between friends. It's often used to describe a bond where individuals share a deep, unspoken connection or are 'in on it together' in a friendly way. However, it can also be used in the legal sense to mean an accomplice.
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Elle est ma meilleure amie et ma partenaire, toujours ___ avec moi.
The context implies a close and involved relationship, making 'complice' the best fit.
Les deux enfants étaient très ___ pendant leur jeu secret.
'Complices' suggests they are sharing a secret or an activity together.
Il ne voulait pas être ___ de ce mensonge.
Here, 'complice' means involved in a negative activity, like a lie.
Nos regards étaient ___, nous savions ce que l'autre pensait.
A 'regard complice' implies shared understanding without words.
Les collègues étaient ___ dans la surprise pour leur chef.
Being 'complices' in a surprise means they are working together on it.
Même sans parler, ils étaient toujours ___, se comprenant parfaitement.
This sentence emphasizes a strong, unspoken understanding, characteristic of 'complice'.
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Ejemplo
Les deux amis étaient très complices et partageaient tous leurs secrets.
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