La copie
Example: J'ai fait la copie du document pour la réunion demain.
Definition
"La copie" refers to a written or printed reproduction of a document or text. It is used to describe an exact duplicate made for reference, sharing, or backup purposes, such as making a copy of a document for a meeting.
Etymology
The term "la copie" comes from the Latin word 'copia,' meaning abundance or supply. Over time, it evolved in French to specifically mean a reproduction or duplicate of a written or printed work. Did you know that the original Latin root also gave rise to the English word 'copy'?
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"La copie" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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