sérieux

sérieux
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
adjective
a. serious
Notre patron a toujours l'air sérieux. Ce serait bien s'il souriait de temps en temps.Our boss always looks serious. It would be nice if he'd smile once in a while.
b. profound
Ce livre aborde des questions très sérieuses, comme la solitude et l'isolement.This book deals with some very profound issues, like loneliness and isolation.
a. serious
Tu dois signer un contrat de trois ans ? C'est un engagement sérieux.You have to sign a three-year contract? That's a serious commitment.
b. important
Marlène a une tâche sérieuse à accomplir. Laissez-la tranquille.Marlène has an important task to do. Leave her alone.
a. serious
Annette est une étudiante très sérieuse. Elle obtient toujours de bonnes notes.Annette is a very serious student. She always earns high marks.
b. hardworking
Notre équipe commerciale est sérieuse. Elle a augmenté nos revenus de huit pour cent.Our sales team is hardworking. They've increased our revenue by eight percent.
c. conscientious
Thomas est très sérieux lorsqu’il s’agit de tenir la comptabilité.Thomas is very conscientious when it comes to keeping the books.
d. thorough
Mon avocat est très sérieux et explique en détail tous les aspects de l'affaire.My lawyer is very thorough and explains every aspect of the case in detail.
a. serious
Si on veut gagner le championnat, notre équipe a besoin de joueurs qui sont sérieux.If we want to win the championship, our team needs players who are serious.
b. responsible
Ce magasin n'engage que des employés sérieux qui arrivent à l’heure au travail.This store only hires responsible employees who arrive on time for work.
a. serious
Tu veux quitter ton emploi. T’es sérieux ?You want to quit your job. Are you serious?
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
masculine noun
a. seriousness
Une grosse tempête arrive. Le sérieux que revêt cette situation ne peut être sous-estimé.A big storm is coming. The seriousness hanging over this situation cannot be underestimated.
b. gravity
Le sérieux du ton de Martin m'a inquiété.The gravity in Martin's tone of voice worried me.
a. seriousness
Le sérieux du travail de cette étudiante la place en tête de sa promotion.The seriousness of this student's work has put her at the top of her class.
b. diligence
Dans chaque projet qu'elle entreprend, le sérieux de Clara est impressionnant.In every project she undertakes, Clara's diligence is impressive.
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