L'absence
Example: L'absence de Marie a retardé le projet important.
Definition
"L'absence" refers to the state or condition of being away or not present, especially in a workplace or organized setting. For example, it can describe when an employee is not at work, causing potential delays or interruptions in ongoing projects or tasks.
Etymology
The word "l'absence" originates from the Latin word 'absentia,' which means 'being away.' It entered French through Old French, retaining its meaning related to the state of not being present. Did you know? The term is closely related to the English word 'absence,' both sharing the same Latin root.
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"L'absence" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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