A2 noun #2,500 सबसे आम

définition

When you're trying to figure out what a new French word means, you're looking for its définition. This is a very common and practical word to know. It refers to the explanation or meaning of a word, concept, or even a problem. Think of it like a dictionary entry that gives you the precise meaning. So, if someone asks for the définition of something, they want to understand what it is or what it signifies.

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

1

Pourriez-vous me donner la définition de ce mot s'il vous plaît?

Could you give me the definition of this word please?

A common way to ask for a definition.

2

La définition du dictionnaire est très claire.

The dictionary's definition is very clear.

Using 'du dictionnaire' (of the dictionary) to specify the source.

3

Nous avons besoin d'une définition précise pour éviter toute confusion.

We need a precise definition to avoid any confusion.

'Précise' (precise) is an adjective agreeing with 'définition'.

4

Sa définition du problème était pertinente.

His/Her definition of the problem was relevant.

Using 'sa' (his/her) to indicate possession.

5

Il est essentiel de comprendre la définition avant d'utiliser le terme.

It is essential to understand the definition before using the term.

'Il est essentiel de' (it is essential to) is a common impersonal expression.

6

Pouvez-vous reformuler la définition avec des mots plus simples?

Can you rephrase the definition in simpler words?

'Avec des mots plus simples' (with simpler words).

7

Nous ne sommes pas d'accord sur la définition de ce concept.

We don't agree on the definition of this concept.

'Ne sommes pas d'accord sur' (don't agree on) is a common idiom.

8

La définition que tu m'as donnée m'a beaucoup aidé.

The definition you gave me helped me a lot.

Using 'que tu m'as donnée' (that you gave me) as a relative clause.

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा

définition definition
défini defined (masculine singular)
définie defined (feminine singular)
définitif definitive (masculine singular)
définitive definitive (feminine singular)

क्रिया

définir to define

विशेषण

défini defined
définitive definitive

खुद को परखो 6 सवाल

multiple choice B1

Choose the best definition for 'définition'.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: A statement of the exact meaning of a word or phrase.

The word 'définition' directly translates to 'definition' in English, meaning a statement of exact meaning.

multiple choice B1

Which sentence uses 'définition' correctly?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: J'ai cherché la définition du mot 'subtil' dans le dictionnaire. (I looked for the definition of the word 'subtle' in the dictionary.)

'Définition' refers to the meaning of a word, so looking it up in a dictionary is the correct usage.

multiple choice B1

What is the synonym of 'définition' in the context of describing a word's meaning?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Signification (Meaning)

While 'explication' and 'description' can be related, 'signification' is the closest synonym for the meaning of a word, which is what a definition provides.

true false B1

La définition d'un mot explique son origine historique. (The definition of a word explains its historical origin.)

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: गलत

A definition primarily explains the meaning of a word, not necessarily its historical origin (etymology).

true false B1

Pour comprendre un nouveau mot, il est utile de chercher sa définition. (To understand a new word, it is useful to look up its definition.)

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: सही

Seeking the definition is a fundamental step in understanding the meaning of a new word.

true false B1

Une définition est toujours un seul mot. (A definition is always a single word.)

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: गलत

A definition is often a phrase or a sentence, not always a single word.

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