inconnu, l'inconnu, l'inconnue
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
adjective
a. unknown
Lilian est né de parents inconnus.Lilian was born to unknown parents.
a. unknown
Pendant notre randonnée, nous avons découvert un sentier inconnu.During our hike, we came across an unknown trail.
a. unknown
Ce peintre est resté inconnu toute sa vie. Il est devenu célèbre seulement après sa mort.This painter remained unknown all his life. He became famous only posthumously.
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).
masculine or feminine noun
a. unknown person
J'ai reçu un message d'un inconnu.I received a message from an unknown person.
b. stranger
Ne laissez pas des inconnus entrer dans le bâtiment, s’il vous plaît.Please don't let strangers into the building.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
masculine noun
a. unknown
Michelle n'a pas peur de l'inconnu et du changement.Michelle isn't afraid of the unknown and change.
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