Anglais

content

gb/kˈɑntɛnt/ us/kˈɑntɛnt/
A2 Anglais
~ 1400
Sens
0 sens
Nom A2 entity
1

ideas or information in something

The ideas or information in books, talks, videos, or online pages.

Schéma d’usage : the content of [something]
Erreur fréquente :
Learners sometimes confuse 'content' (ideas/information) with 'contents' (items inside a container).
Synonymes
material (Often used for written or printed content, but can be broader.) | information (Focuses on factual data rather than creative or expressive elements.)
Antonymes
form (Refers to the structure or style rather than the substance.)
Collocations
digital content |content creator |video content |content marketing |website content
Thèmes
media |communication |education |technology
Exemples
  • The content of the article was both informative and engaging.
  • He uploads new video content every week.
  • Teachers should ensure that the course content is up to date.
  • The website's content is aimed at young adults.
  • She was criticized for the violent content in her movie.
Exemples pédagogiques
  • The book has a lot of useful content.
  • I like the content on this website.
  • The teacher changes the content every year.
  • The video content is funny.
  • This app has free content for kids.
adjective B1 state
2

satisfied with what you have

Happy with what you have and not wanting more.

Schéma d’usage : content with [something]
Erreur fréquente :
Some learners confuse 'content' (adjective) with 'contents' (noun) or pronounce it incorrectly (should be /kənˈtent/ for adjective).
Synonymes
satisfied (General term for having one's needs or expectations met.) | fulfilled (Implies a deeper sense of purpose and accomplishment.)
Antonymes
discontent (Actively unhappy or dissatisfied with a situation.)
Collocations
feel content |perfectly content |content smile
Thèmes
emotions |daily life |core_vocabulary
Exemples
  • She felt content with her simple life.
  • He seemed perfectly content sitting by the fire.
  • They were content to wait until the next bus arrived.
  • I’m quite content with my current job.
  • She gave a small, content smile.
Exemples pédagogiques
  • I am content with my home.
  • He is content with his job.
  • They are content with their meal.
  • She feels content today.
  • We are content here.
Nom A2 entity
3

things inside a container

Things that are inside a box, bag, bottle, etc.

Schéma d’usage : the contents of [something]
Erreur fréquente :
Learners may confuse 'content' (uncountable) with 'contents' (plural) when referring to things inside containers; 'contents' is standard in this meaning.
Synonymes
items (Refers to countable objects inside something.) | substance (Refers to a material filling a container.)
Antonymes
empty (Indicates that a container has nothing inside.)
Collocations
contents of the box |contents list |spill the contents
Thèmes
objects |daily life |daily_life |core_vocabulary
Exemples
  • The contents of the package were damaged.
  • Please list the contents of your suitcase.
  • He poured out the contents of his cup.
  • She checked the contents before signing for the delivery.
  • The bag's contents were scattered across the floor.
Exemples pédagogiques
  • The box has many contents.
  • He looks at the contents of the bag.
  • The cup's contents are hot.
  • She checks the contents of her purse.
  • I spill the contents of my bottle.
Grammaire
Forme canonique
content
API
GB/kˈɑntɛnt/
US/kˈɑntɛnt/
Syllabes et accentuation
con - tent (2 syllabes)
Stress on 1st syllable (con)
Formes du mot
Adjective
  • Base: content
Noun
  • Base: content
  • Plural: content, contents
Famille de mots
Forms
contents noun
Core family
contain verb A2 container noun A2
Advanced or less common
containment noun B2
Expressions

be content with

1
/bˈi kəntˈɛnt wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase

accept something as enough

To feel happy with what you have or get, and not want more.

Exemples
  • He was content with his modest earnings.
  • I’m perfectly content with my meal.

content creator

1
/kəntˈɛnt kɹiˈeɪtɚ/
fixed phrase

person who makes online material

Someone who makes videos, posts, or other things for websites or social media.

Exemples
  • She works as a full-time content creator on YouTube.
  • She works full-time as a content creator on TikTok and Instagram.
  • Many brands hire content creators to promote their products.
  • Many content creators earn money through ads and sponsorships.
  • The platform offers special tools for content creators to grow their audience.

content marketing

1
/kˈɑntɛnt mˈɑɹkɪtɪŋ/
fixed phrase technical

marketing through shared materials

A way of marketing by making and sharing useful or fun information to get customers' attention.

Exemples
  • Content marketing is an effective way to build trust with customers.
  • Content marketing can build trust with customers.
  • They invested heavily in content marketing campaigns.
  • They use blogs and videos as part of their content marketing.

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