Le total
Example: Le total des ventes a augmenté de dix pour cent cette année.
Definition
"Le total" refers to the complete amount obtained by adding all parts or elements together. It represents the sum or aggregate value, such as in the phrase 'Le total des ventes a augmenté de dix pour cent cette année,' meaning the overall sales increased by ten percent this year.
Etymology
The phrase "le total" comes from the Latin word 'totalis,' meaning 'entire' or 'whole.' It entered French through Old French, retaining its meaning related to the sum or completeness of something. Did you know? The word 'total' in English also shares this origin, emphasizing completeness or entirety.
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"Le total" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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