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Person
ˈpərs(ə)n
Extrêmement Commun
300 - 400
300 - 400
L'indice de fréquence et d'importance des mots indique la fréquence d'apparition d'un mot dans une langue donnée. Plus le nombre est petit, plus le mot est fréquemment utilisé. Les mots les plus fréquemment utilisés vont généralement de 1 à 4000. Cet indice d'importance vous aide à vous concentrer sur les mots les plus utiles lors de votre processus d'apprentissage des langues.

personne, individu, être humain, personnage, perspective

Significations de Person en français

Le mot "person" en anglais désigne un individu, un être humain. Il est utilisé dans de nombreux contextes, tant formels qu'informels.

Utilisation quotidienne :

  1. Contextes sociaux :

    • "She is a kind person." (Elle est une personne gentille.)
    • "There were many people at the event." (Il y avait beaucoup de personnes à l'événement.)
    • Utilisé pour parler de la nature ou des caractéristiques d'un individu.
  2. Identité et rôle :

    • "He is a responsible person." (C'est une personne responsable.)
    • "Every person has rights." (Chaque personne a des droits.)
    • Souvent utilisé pour désigner des rôles ou des responsabilités.
  3. Discussions formelles :

    • "As a person of interest, he was questioned by the police." (En tant que personne d'intérêt, il a été interrogé par la police.)
    • Employé dans des contextes juridiques ou administratifs.
  4. Expressions courantes :

    • "A people person" : une personne sociable.
    • "A good person" : une bonne personne, souvent utilisée pour décrire quelqu'un avec de bonnes intentions.
    • "Personality" : se réfère aux traits distinctifs d’un individu.

Erreurs courantes :

  • Confondre "person" avec "people". "Person" est singulier, tandis que "people" est pluriel. Par exemple, dire "two person" est incorrect ; il faut dire "two people".

Mots connexes :

  • Synonymes : individual, human being, character.
  • Antonymes : non-person, abstract entity (bien que ces antonymes soient moins courants).

Prononciation :

  • Le mot "person" se prononce /ˈpɜːrsən/ en anglais américain. Il est important de noter la syllabe accentuée sur la première partie "per".

Grammaire et étymologie :

  • "Person" est un nom commun. Il provient du latin "persona", qui désignait un masque de théâtre, et a évolué pour signifier un individu. Dans la grammaire anglaise, il est utilisé pour désigner un être humain, sans distinction de genre.

Significations de Person en français

personne

Exemple:
She is a kind person.
C'est une personne gentille.
There is no person in the room.
Il n'y a personne dans la pièce.
Utilisation: formal/informalContexte: General use for referring to an individual or human being.
Note: Used to refer to any individual, can be used in both singular and plural forms. In French, 'personne' can also mean 'nobody' in negative contexts.

individu

Exemple:
Each individual has rights.
Chaque individu a des droits.
This study focuses on individual behavior.
Cette étude se concentre sur le comportement des individus.
Utilisation: formalContexte: Often used in academic or formal contexts to refer to a single human being, especially in discussions about rights or behaviors.
Note: More formal than 'personne'; often used in legal or sociological contexts.

être humain

Exemple:
Every human being deserves respect.
Chaque être humain mérite du respect.
Human beings are social creatures.
Les êtres humains sont des créatures sociales.
Utilisation: formalContexte: Used in discussions about humanity, ethics, and nature.
Note: Refers to the species as a whole rather than an individual; emphasizes the human aspect.

personnage

Exemple:
He is a famous character in the movie.
C'est un personnage célèbre dans le film.
The story has many interesting characters.
L'histoire a de nombreux personnages intéressants.
Utilisation: informalContexte: Used mainly in literary or entertainment contexts to refer to fictional individuals.
Note: While 'personnage' can mean 'character,' it emphasizes fictional or dramatic aspects rather than real-life individuals.

perspective

Exemple:
From my perspective, this is the best choice.
De ma perspective, c'est le meilleur choix.
Each person has a unique perspective.
Chaque personne a une perspective unique.
Utilisation: formal/informalContexte: Used in discussions about opinions and viewpoints.
Note: Though 'perspective' may not directly translate to 'person,' it is relevant in discussions about individual viewpoints.

Les synonymes de Person

individual

An individual refers to a single person considered separately from the group.
Exemple: Each individual has their own unique perspective.
Note: Individual emphasizes the distinctiveness or separateness of a person.

Expressions et phrases courantes de Person

people person

A people person is someone who enjoys interacting with others and is good at making connections.
Exemple: She's a real people person, always friendly and outgoing.
Note: The term 'people person' emphasizes a person's social and interpersonal skills.

person of interest

A person of interest is someone who is relevant to an investigation or inquiry.
Exemple: The police are questioning a person of interest in the case.
Note: It implies a level of suspicion or curiosity about the individual, often in a legal or investigative context.

missing person

A missing person is someone who has disappeared and whose whereabouts are unknown.
Exemple: The authorities are searching for a missing person in the area.
Note: It specifically refers to someone who is lost or unaccounted for.

person in charge

The person in charge is the one who is responsible for overseeing or managing a particular task or situation.
Exemple: The person in charge of the project will be making the final decision.
Note: It highlights the authority or leadership role of the individual.

salesperson

A salesperson is someone who sells products or services to customers.
Exemple: The salesperson was very persuasive and managed to close the deal.
Note: It specifies a person whose job involves selling goods or services.

personality

Personality refers to the combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character.
Exemple: She has a bubbly personality that lights up the room.
Note: It encompasses a person's overall nature, behavior, and traits rather than just their existence as a person.

person to person

Person to person means directly between individuals, privately or face to face.
Exemple: Let's discuss this matter person to person, without involving others.
Note: It emphasizes direct communication or interaction between two individuals.

Expressions courantes (argot) de Person

dude

Dude is a slang term used to refer to a person, typically a male. It is often used informally among friends or peers.
Exemple: Hey dude, what's up?
Note: Dude is more casual and informal compared to 'person'. It carries a sense of camaraderie or familiarity.

guy

Guy is commonly used to refer to a man or a person in a casual and friendly way.
Exemple: That guy over there is really funny.
Note: While 'guy' can refer to any person, it is more commonly used to refer to men. It is informal and casual.

buddy

Buddy is a term used to address a close friend or a person you are on good terms with.
Exemple: Thanks for helping me out, buddy.
Note: Buddy implies a certain level of closeness or friendship, making it more personal compared to 'person'. It conveys a sense of companionship.

chap

Chap is a British slang term used to refer to a man or a person in a somewhat old-fashioned but friendly manner.
Exemple: He's a fine chap, always ready to lend a hand.
Note: Chap is less common in American English and can sound more formal or posh compared to 'person'. It carries a hint of British charm.

mate

Mate is a term commonly used in British English to refer to a friend or a person you are acquainted with.
Exemple: How's it going, mate?
Note: Mate is more prevalent in British English and carries a sense of camaraderie or friendship. It is less formal than 'person'.

gal

Gal is a slang term used informally to refer to a woman or a girl.
Exemple: She's a talented gal with a great sense of humor.
Note: Gal is more colloquial and informal compared to 'person' when referring to women. It can sound more casual or friendly.

homie

Homie is a slang term used to refer to a close friend or someone from the same neighborhood or background.
Exemple: What's up, homie? Long time no see!
Note: Homie is highly informal and is often associated with urban or hip-hop culture. It conveys a strong sense of friendship and solidarity.

Person - Exemples

Person A is a great singer.
La personne A est un grand chanteur.
I met a very interesting person at the party.
J'ai rencontré une personne très intéressante à la fête.
Her personality is very outgoing.
Sa personnalité est très extravertie.

Grammaire de Person

Person - Nom (Noun) / Nom, singulier ou massif (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemme: person
Conjugaisons
Nom, pluriel (Noun, plural): persons, person
Nom, singulier ou massif (Noun, singular or mass): person
Syllabes, Séparation et Accent
person contient 2 syllabes: per • son
Transcription phonétique: ˈpər-sᵊn
per son , ˈpər sᵊn (La syllabe rouge est accentuée)

Person - Importance et fréquence d'utilisation

L'indice de fréquence et d'importance des mots indique la fréquence d'apparition d'un mot dans une langue donnée. Plus le nombre est petit, plus le mot est fréquemment utilisé. Les mots les plus fréquemment utilisés vont généralement de 1 à 4000.
person: 300 - 400 (Extrêmement Commun).
Cet indice d'importance vous aide à vous concentrer sur les mots les plus utiles lors de votre processus d'apprentissage des langues.
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