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thing

/θɪŋ/

Translations

thingnoun

things

/θɪŋ/

choseSens général ; s’emploie pour un objet non nommé, une idée ou une réalité abstraite.

Can you pass me that thing on the table?

Peux-tu me passer cette chose sur la table ?

Additional translations

pauvre petitEmploi affectif, surtout avec un être vivant, souvent précédé d’un adjectif.

affairesAu pluriel, pour les effets personnels, les possessions.

phénomènePour une mode, une tendance ou un phénomène récent.

objetPour un objet matériel concret.

affairePour une situation, un état de choses ou une question à résoudre.

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thingnoun

An object that one need not, cannot, or does not wish to give a specific name to.

Can you pass me that thing on the table?

An inanimate material object as distinct from a living sentient being.

The room was filled with various things, like books and furniture.

An action, activity, event, thought, or utterance.

The first thing he said was, "I'm sorry."

A fact, circumstance, or state of affairs.

The thing is, we need to make a decision soon.

A particular aspect or feature of something.

The most important thing about the project is its sustainability.

A piece of information, especially when it is vague, unspecified, or not yet confirmed.

I've heard a thing or two about the new policy changes at work.

A personal possession or belonging.

She packed her things and left for the weekend.

A task or activity that one has to do.

I have a few things to finish before I can leave.

A person or animal regarded with pity, affection, admiration, or contempt (usually preceded by an adjective).

You poor thing! Let me get you a blanket.

An idea, phenomenon, or trend that has become notable or popular, especially recently (informal).

Is cold brew really a thing now, or just a passing fad?