mieux, le mieux
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or another adverb (e.g., très, gentiment).
adverb
a. better
Lucille danse mieux depuis qu'elle prend des cours.Lucille has been dancing better since she started taking lessons.
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
adjective
a. better
J'aime bien le fauteuil bleu mais je trouve que le gris est mieux.I like the blue armchair, but I think the gray one is better.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
masculine noun
a. best
Tout est complet cette semaine. Le mieux que je puisse vous proposer, c'est un rendez-vous la semaine prochaine.Everything is booked this week. The best I can offer you is an appointment next week.
b. best thing
Quand on a la grippe, le mieux est de rester chez soi et de se reposer.When you have the flu, the best thing is to stay home and rest.
a. improvement
Monsieur Lambert est encore malade mais il y a du mieux.Mr. Lambert is still sick, but there is improvement.
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