B2 adjective Neutre

lecture

/ˈlektʃər/

Relating to or used in a formal talk given to an audience for educational purposes, or the act of delivering such a talk. As an adjective (often attributive), it describes things like rooms, notes, or series associated with university-level teaching.

Exemples

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1

I left my lecture notes in the library after the morning session.

I left my notes for the formal talk in the library after the morning session.

2

The visiting professor will give a lecture on sustainable architecture tonight.

The visiting professor will give a formal educational presentation on sustainable architecture tonight.

3

I really don't need a lecture from my brother about my lifestyle choices.

I really don't need a long scolding from my brother about my lifestyle choices.

Famille de mots

Nom
lecture
Verb
lecture
Adjectif
lecturing
Apparenté
lecturer
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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Lectern'—the wooden stand where a speaker stands. Both words come from the same Latin root 'lect-', meaning to read.

Quiz rapide

The students gathered in the large ______ hall to hear the professor's opening remarks.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : lecture

Exemples

1

I left my lecture notes in the library after the morning session.

everyday

I left my notes for the formal talk in the library after the morning session.

2

The visiting professor will give a lecture on sustainable architecture tonight.

formal

The visiting professor will give a formal educational presentation on sustainable architecture tonight.

3

I really don't need a lecture from my brother about my lifestyle choices.

informal

I really don't need a long scolding from my brother about my lifestyle choices.

4

A lecture-based curriculum may be less effective than interactive workshops.

academic

A curriculum centered on formal talks may be less effective than interactive workshops.

5

The CEO delivered a brief lecture regarding the new corporate compliance policies.

business

The CEO gave a short formal talk regarding the new corporate compliance policies.

Famille de mots

Nom
lecture
Verb
lecture
Adjectif
lecturing
Apparenté
lecturer

Collocations courantes

attend a lecture to go to a formal educational talk
give a lecture to deliver a formal educational talk
lecture hall a large room where university talks are held
guest lecture a talk given by someone invited from outside the institution
lecture series a set of related educational talks on a topic

Phrases Courantes

give someone a lecture

to scold or criticize someone at length

read someone a lecture

to reprimand someone formally for their behavior

lecture on

to speak formally about a specific topic

Souvent confondu avec

lecture vs seminar

A lecture is usually a one-way presentation for many people, while a seminar is a small, interactive discussion group.

lecture vs speech

A speech is any formal talk to an audience, whereas a lecture is specifically for educational or instructional purposes.

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Notes d'usage

In academic settings, 'lecture' is a neutral term for a teaching method. However, in personal settings, it often carries a negative connotation of being boring, long, or condescending.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use the verb 'make' (e.g., 'make a lecture'). The correct verbs are 'give', 'deliver', or 'hold' a lecture.

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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Lectern'—the wooden stand where a speaker stands. Both words come from the same Latin root 'lect-', meaning to read.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Late Latin 'lectura', which means 'a reading', coming from the Latin verb 'legere' (to read).

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun when referring to a specific talk. Used as an attributive noun/adjective to modify other nouns (e.g., lecture theater). As a verb, it is often followed by the preposition 'on' or 'about'.
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Contexte culturel

The lecture is the traditional cornerstone of Western higher education, though many modern universities are shifting toward more 'active learning' models.

Quiz rapide

The students gathered in the large ______ hall to hear the professor's opening remarks.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : lecture

Expressions liées

Mots lis

buckram

B2

To stiffen a fabric using a coarse cloth called buckram, or metaphorically, to provide a rigid, formal, or artificial structure to something. It describes the process of making an object or an idea appear more solid and less flexible than it naturally is.

buckskin

B2

Describes items made from the soft, yellowish-tan leather of a male deer or sheep, or refers to the specific pale yellowish-brown color of this leather. It is frequently used in the context of historical clothing, outdoor gear, and horse coat colors.

buckteeth

B2

Upper front teeth that protrude significantly outward over the lower lip, often due to jaw alignment or dental conditions. This physical trait is commonly associated with specific facial structures and is frequently addressed through orthodontic treatment.

buddha

B2

Used as a modifier to describe something that possesses qualities of enlightenment, supreme peace, or detached wisdom. It often refers to a state of being calm and unbothered by external chaos or emotional distress.

buddhism

B2

Buddhism is a major world religion and philosophical system founded in India over 2,500 years ago by Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha. It focuses on personal spiritual development, the attainment of deep insight into the true nature of life, and the elimination of suffering through the path to enlightenment.

buddhist

B2

A Buddhist is a person who follows the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha. The term also functions as an adjective to describe things, practices, or art related to the religion and philosophy of Buddhism.

buddy

B2

To pair or partner someone with another person, typically to provide support, guidance, or safety in a professional or educational environment. As a verb, it often implies a formal or semi-formal arrangement where a more experienced person assists a newcomer.

budge

B2

To move slightly or to change a decision, opinion, or position. It is most frequently used in negative constructions to indicate that someone is being stubborn or that an object is physically stuck.

budgerigar

B2

A small, long-tailed, seed-eating parrot that is native to Australia and often kept as a pet. It is typically green and yellow with black markings in the wild, though domestic varieties come in many colors.

budgetary

B2

Relating to or concerned with a plan for spending money or a budget. It is frequently used to describe financial limits, allocations, or the process of managing available funds within an organization or government.

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