A2 noun Neutre #347 le plus courant

environment

/ɪnˈvaɪ.rən.mənt/

The environment refers to the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives and operates. It can describe the natural world as a whole or the specific atmosphere of a place like a home or office.

Exemples

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1

We must work together to protect the environment from pollution.

We need to cooperate to keep the natural world safe from dirty waste.

2

The government is introducing new laws to preserve the natural environment.

The state is making new rules to keep the nature around us safe.

3

I love the relaxed environment at my friend's house.

I like the calm feeling and atmosphere at my friend's home.

Famille de mots

Nom
environment
Adverbe
environmentally
Adjectif
environmental
Apparenté
environmentalist
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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'IRON' inside 'env-IRON-ment'. The environment should be as strong as iron to protect us.

Quiz rapide

The company is trying to create a better ____ for its employees.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : environment

Exemples

1

We must work together to protect the environment from pollution.

everyday

We need to cooperate to keep the natural world safe from dirty waste.

2

The government is introducing new laws to preserve the natural environment.

formal

The state is making new rules to keep the nature around us safe.

3

I love the relaxed environment at my friend's house.

informal

I like the calm feeling and atmosphere at my friend's home.

4

A child's home environment significantly impacts their learning ability.

academic

The conditions where a child lives greatly affect how they learn.

5

We strive to maintain a professional and supportive work environment.

business

We try to keep our office a helpful and serious place to work.

Famille de mots

Nom
environment
Adverbe
environmentally
Adjectif
environmental
Apparenté
environmentalist

Collocations courantes

protect the environment to keep the natural world safe
work environment the conditions of a workplace
natural environment the world of nature and wildlife
stable environment a situation that does not change quickly
environmentally friendly something that does not hurt nature

Phrases Courantes

the built environment

man-made surroundings like buildings and parks

a safe environment

a place where you are protected from harm

save the environment

to prevent the destruction of the planet

Souvent confondu avec

environment vs nature

Nature refers to the physical world (trees, animals), while environment refers to the conditions and surroundings of a specific place.

environment vs atmosphere

Atmosphere refers specifically to the air or the mood of a place, while environment is broader.

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Notes d'usage

Use 'the environment' when you are talking about the planet or the natural world. Use 'an environment' or 'environments' when referring to social or physical settings, such as a school or workplace.

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Erreurs courantes

Many learners forget the letter 'n' in the middle, spelling it 'enviroment' instead of 'environment'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'IRON' inside 'env-IRON-ment'. The environment should be as strong as iron to protect us.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Old French word 'environner', which means to surround or encircle.

Modèles grammaticaux

Commonly used with the definite article 'the' when referring to nature. It is a countable noun when referring to specific types of surroundings (e.g., 'different environments').
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Contexte culturel

In modern English-speaking cultures, this word is central to discussions about climate change, 'green' living, and sustainability.

Quiz rapide

The company is trying to create a better ____ for its employees.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : environment

Mots lis

pale

A1

Describes something that has very little color or is much lighter than usual. It is often used to describe a person's face when they are ill or a color that is mixed with a lot of white.

lung

A1

The lungs are two organs inside your chest that you use to breathe. They bring oxygen into your body and remove carbon dioxide when you breathe out.

tropical

A1

Relating to the hot regions of the Earth near the equator. It describes weather that is very warm and wet, or plants and animals that come from these areas.

trader

A1

A trader is a person whose job is to buy and sell goods, stocks, or other items for profit. They can work in a small local market or on large international financial exchanges.

indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

Located in or coming from the direction between south and east. It describes a place, a region, or a wind that is in the corner between the bottom and the right on a map.

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