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to act
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agir
to do something for a special reason
Intransitive: to act | to act in a specific manner
Exemples
In times of crisis, leaders must act decisively to ensure the safety and well-being of their people.
En temps de crise, les dirigeants doivent agir avec détermination pour assurer la sécurité et le bien-être de leur peuple.
02
jouer
to play or perform a role in a play, movie, etc.
Transitive: to act a role
Intransitive: to act as a character
Exemples
During the school play, he will act as the lead character.
Pendant la pièce de théâtre scolaire, il va jouer le rôle principal.
03
agir, se comporter
to behave in a certain way, especially in a particular situation or circumstance
Intransitive: to act in a specific manner
Exemples
He knows how to act appropriately in social situations, making him a pleasant companion.
Il sait comment agir de manière appropriée dans les situations sociales, ce qui en fait un compagnon agréable.
04
feindre, simuler
to pretend or demonstrate a certain quality or feeling that may not be genuine
Linking Verb: to act [adj]
Exemples
She decided to act confident during the job interview, even though she was feeling nervous.
Elle a décidé de jouer la confiance pendant l'entretien d'embauche, même si elle se sentait nerveuse.
05
jouer, interpréter
to portray a character or deliver lines in a theatrical production
Intransitive: to act in a movie, play, etc.
Exemples
The theater company will act in a classic Shakespearean play next month.
La compagnie de théâtre va jouer dans une pièce classique de Shakespeare le mois prochain.
06
agir, opérer
to bring about a specific effect or outcome
Intransitive: to act in a specific manner
Exemples
The medication is designed to act quickly to relieve pain and discomfort.
Le médicament est conçu pour agir rapidement afin de soulager la douleur et l'inconfort.
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participer, s'impliquer
to participate or be involved in a particular task or pursuit
Intransitive: to act as sb
Exemples
Despite his busy schedule, he always finds time to act as a mentor for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Malgré son emploi du temps chargé, il trouve toujours le temps de jouer le rôle de mentor pour les entrepreneurs en herbe.
08
jouer, interpréter
to be appropriate or fitting for a theatrical performance
Linking Verb: to act in a specific manner
Exemples
The new drama script was carefully crafted to act effectively during live performances.
Le nouveau script de drame a été soigneusement conçu pour jouer efficacement lors des performances en direct.
Act
01
acte
a main part of a play, opera, or ballet
Exemples
Each act of the opera showcased the talents of the performers.
Chaque acte de l'opéra mettait en valeur les talents des interprètes.
02
interprète
a singer, band or musician who performs on a stage
Exemples
The headlining act was the highlight of the festival, drawing thousands of fans.
Le groupe principal a été le point culminant du festival, attirant des milliers de fans.
03
a display of behavior that is insincere or pretended
04
acte
something specific that a person does
Exemples
The soldier was awarded a medal for his brave act during the battle.
Le soldat a été décoré d'une médaille pour son acte courageux pendant la bataille.
Exemples
The solo act on stage captivated the audience with their heartfelt ballads.
Le numéro en solo sur scène a captivé le public avec ses ballades sincères.
06
loi, acte
a law that is passed by a parliament or congress
Exemples
The parliament passed the health care act to provide better medical services to citizens.
Le parlement a adopté la loi sur les soins de santé pour fournir de meilleurs services médicaux aux citoyens.
ACT
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ACT, Test d'admission standardisé aux États-Unis couvrant l'anglais
a standardized college admissions test in the US covering English, math, reading, and science, with an optional writing section
Exemples
ACT scores are required by many colleges for admissions.
Les scores ACT sont requis par de nombreuses universités pour les admissions.
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