L'initiative
Example: L'initiative de ce projet vient de notre équipe locale.
Definition
"L'initiative" refers to the action or ability to take the first step or lead in starting a project, plan, or process, often implying proactive effort and leadership. For example, in "L'initiative de ce projet vient de notre équipe locale," it means the project started by the local team.
Etymology
The word "l'initiative" comes from the Latin 'initium,' meaning 'beginning' or 'entrance.' It entered French through the Old French term 'initiative,' signifying the act of beginning or taking the lead. Did you know? The concept of initiative has long been linked to leadership and the courage to start something new.
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"L'initiative" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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