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cadre
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le cadre
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
a. frame
Le cadre doré ajoutait une touche d'élégance au tableau.The golden frame added a touch of elegance to the painting.
2. (figurative) (context)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
a. surroundings (plural)
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., les livres).
Le cadre est paradisiaque : un grand jardin bordé par une rivière.The surroundings are idyllic: a large garden bordered by a river.
c. environment
Dans ce cadre paisible, l’écrivain a trouvé l'inspiration.In this peaceful environment, the writer found inspiration.
3. (figurative) (scope)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
a. framework
Nous avons besoin d’un cadre clair avant d’entamer les négociations.We need a clear framework before we start negotiations.
A masculine or feminine noun is a noun can be masculine or feminine depending on the gender of the person or animal it refers to (e.g., le footballeur, la footballeuse).
a. executive
Amélie aspire à devenir cadre dans une grande entreprise.Amélie wants to become an executive in a large company.
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