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Le livre Solutions - Intermédiaire Supérieur - Unité 4 - 4A - Partie 2

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vibrant
vibrant
[Adjectif]

full of energy, enthusiasm, and life

dynamique, énergique

dynamique, énergique

Ex: The city was vibrant with activity during the festival. 
everything but the kitchen sink

a collection of many different things or items, often excessive or unnecessary, that includes almost everything that could be taken or brought along

tout un tas de choses, même le superflu

tout un tas de choses, même le superflu

Ex: She packed everything but the kitchen sink for a two-day trip. 
a whale of time

an extremely enjoyable or thrilling time

Ex: At the carnival, the kids had a whale of a time, going on all the rides and eating cotton candy. 
home from home

a place where one feels as comfortable and at ease as they do in their own home

Ex: The cozy cottage felt like a home from home during their holiday. 
in the middle of nowhere

in a place that is far away from cities, towns, or anywhere that is occupied by people

Ex: The cabin was tucked away in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by dense forests and miles of untouched nature. 
just what the doctor ordered

something that is exactly what is needed or required in a certain situation

Ex: After a long day at work, a relaxing bubble bath was just what the doctor ordered to help me unwind. 
break
break
[nom]

a rest from the work or activity we usually do

pause

pause

Ex: After three hours of driving, they took a break at a rest stop. 
physically
physically
[Adverbe]

in relation to the body as opposed to the mind

physiquement

physiquement

Ex: He was physically unable to lift the heavy box. 
to meet
to meet
[verbe]

to come together as previously scheduled for social interaction or a prearranged purpose

retrouver

retrouver

Ex: We will meet at the coffee shop for a chat tomorrow. 
people
people
[nom]

a group of humans

gens

gens

Ex: It is important to listen to the voices of the people and address their concerns. 
to [recharge] {one's} batteries

to relax and take a rest in order to recover one's lost energy

Ex: Right now, I am recharging my batteries with a cup of tea and a good book. 
to [take] it easy

to try to be calm and relaxed and possibly rest

Ex: You've been working really hard lately; it's time to take it easy for a while. 
to pamper
to pamper
[verbe]

to treat someone with extra care, attention, and comfort, often with the intention of making them feel good or relaxed

dorloter, choyer

dorloter, choyer

Ex: She decided to pamper herself with a relaxing spa day after a long week at work. 
spa
spa
[nom]

a large tub containing hot water and a device that moves the water, which people use to refresh their body

spa, jacuzzi

spa, jacuzzi

Ex: The hotel room includes a private spa for relaxation. 
to try
to try
[verbe]

to test something by doing or using it to find out if it is suitable, useful, good, etc.

essayer, tester, goûter

essayer, tester, goûter

Ex: Have you tried the new flavor of ice cream at the shop? 
local
local
[Adjectif]

related or belonging to a particular area or place that someone lives in or mentions

local

local

Ex: The local bakery is known for its freshly baked bread and pastries. 
to soak up
to soak up
[verbe]

to fully immerse oneself in an experience

s'imprégner, absorber

s'imprégner, absorber

Ex: During the workshop, participants were encouraged to soak up the knowledge being shared by the expert. 
sun
sun
[nom]

the large, bright star in the sky that shines during the day and gives us light and heat

soleil

soleil

Ex: The sun shines brightly, lighting up the entire sky. 
to see
to see
[verbe]

to notice a thing or person with our eyes

voir

voir

Ex: Did you see that shooting star just now? 
sight
sight
[nom]

an instance or act of seeing something through visual perception

vue,  vision

vue, vision

Ex: The sight of the distant mountains brought a sense of calm to his mind. 
to [broaden|expand|widen] {one's} (horizons|mind)

to expand one's knowledge, experiences, or perspectives, often by exploring new places, ideas, or cultures, with the aim of gaining a broader understanding of the world

Ex: Traveling to different countries can broaden your horizons by exposing you to new cultures, traditions, and ways of life. 
to have
to have
[verbe]

to hold or own something

avoir

avoir

Ex: I have a collection of antique coins that I inherited from my grandfather. 
new
new
[Adjectif]

recently invented, made, etc.

nouveau, nouvelle, nouvel

nouveau, nouvelle, nouvel

Ex: The new software update includes several innovative features not seen before. 
experience

the skill and knowledge we gain from doing, feeling, or seeing things

expérience

expérience

Ex: Her years of experience as a chef have made her an expert in the kitchen. 
to enjoy
to enjoy
[verbe]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

jouir de

jouir de

Ex: She enjoys listening to classical music while working. 
nightlife

the social activities and entertainment options that take place after dark, typically involving bars, clubs, live music, and other forms of entertainment

vie nocturne, animation nocturne

vie nocturne, animation nocturne

Ex: The city's nightlife offers an array of bars, clubs, and live music venues. 
to describe

to give details about someone or something to say what they are like

décrire

décrire

Ex: He used metaphors to describe the power of nature in his poem. 
place
place
[nom]

a specific location on the earth's surface, often used in mapping

lieu, endroit

lieu, endroit

breathtaking
breathtaking
[Adjectif]

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

incroyable

incroyable

Ex: The ballet performance was simply breathtaking, with its graceful movements and stunning choreography. 
dingy
dingy
[Adjectif]

looking dark, dirty, or shabby, often because of not being taken care of or cleaned properly

sombre, crasseux

sombre, crasseux

Ex: The old apartment had a dingy carpet that hadn't been cleaned in years. 
dull
dull
[Adjectif]

not reflecting or emitting much light

terne, mat

terne, mat

Ex: The dull glow of the candle barely lit the room. 
hospitable
hospitable
[Adjectif]

treating guests or visitors with friendliness, warmth, and generosity

hospitalier

hospitalier

Ex: The hostess extended a hospitable welcome to all her guests, ensuring they felt comfortable and valued. 
mind-blowing
mind-blowing
[Adjectif]

causing great astonishment

époustouflant, hallucinant

époustouflant, hallucinant

Ex: The special effects in the movie were absolutely mind-blowing. 
overcrowded
overcrowded
[Adjectif]

(of a space or area) filled with too many people or things, causing discomfort or lack of space

surchargé, bondé

surchargé, bondé

Ex: The overcrowded streets made it hard to find a parking spot. 
remote
remote
[Adjectif]

far away in space or distant in position

éloigné, lointain

éloigné, lointain

Ex: The remote village nestled deep in the mountains was accessible only by a rugged trail. 
inaccessible
inaccessible
[Adjectif]

not able to be reached or entered, usually due to obstacles or restrictions

inaccessible

inaccessible

Ex: The mountain peak was inaccessible due to the severe weather conditions. 
rundown
rundown
[Adjectif]

(of a place or building) in a very poor condition, often due to negligence

délabré, décrépit

délabré, décrépit

Ex: The old rundown hotel was in desperate need of repairs. 
unique
unique
[Adjectif]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

unique

unique

Ex: Each snowflake is unique with its own pattern. 
unspoiled
unspoiled
[Adjectif]

remaining fresh, pure, and unharmed, without any signs of decay or damage

intact, préservé

intact, préservé

Ex: We hiked to an unspoiled beach where the water was crystal clear and the sand pristine. 
commercialized
commercialized
[Adjectif]

made into a commercial enterprise, especially with the aim of making a profit

commercialisé,  marchandisé

commercialisé, marchandisé

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