La tension
Example: La tension entre les deux pays a augmenté récemment.
Definition
"La tension" refers to the state of mental or emotional strain, stress, or conflict between people or groups. It often describes a situation where disagreements or hostility are increasing, such as in "La tension entre les deux pays a augmenté récemment."
Etymology
The French word "la tension" comes from the Latin word 'tensio,' meaning 'a stretching or straining.' It entered French to describe both physical stretching and metaphorical stress, reflecting how pressure or conflict can build up, much like a stretched rope.
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"La tension" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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