La portée
Example: La portée de cette décision affectera plusieurs générations futures.
Definition
"La portée" refers to the scope, range, or impact of something, such as a decision, action, or event. It indicates how far-reaching or influential the subject is, as in the phrase 'La portée de cette décision affectera plusieurs générations futures,' meaning the decision's effects will extend to many future generations.
Etymology
The French term "la portée" originates from the verb 'porter,' meaning 'to carry' or 'to bear.' Originally, it described the distance something can be carried or thrown. Over time, it evolved to mean the figurative reach or influence of an idea, action, or event. Did you know? The word 'porter' shares roots with the English word 'port,' both stemming from Latin.
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"La portée" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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