Propre
Example: Elle a rangé sa chambre pour avoir un espace propre.
Definition
"Propre" refers to something clean and free from dirt or impurities. In the example phrase, it describes a room that has been tidied and is now neat or spotless.
Etymology
The French word "propre" comes from the Latin word 'proprius,' meaning 'one's own' or 'particular.' Over time, it evolved to mean 'clean' or 'neat,' perhaps suggesting something that is 'proper' or well-maintained. Did you know? The sense of cleanliness in "propre" reflects the idea of something being pure or specifically belonging to someone.
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"Propre" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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