Le concept
Example: Le concept de liberté est important dans cette discussion.
Definition
"Le concept" refers to an abstract idea or general notion that represents something fundamental or essential. It is often used to express a principle or an underlying thought, such as in the phrase 'Le concept de liberté,' meaning the idea of freedom in a discussion.
Etymology
The term "le concept" originates from the French language, derived from the Latin word 'conceptus,' meaning 'something conceived.' Did you know that the Latin root stems from 'concipere,' which means 'to take in or to grasp'? This perfectly reflects how a concept is an idea mentally grasped or formed.
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"Le concept" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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