A1 noun Neutre #188 le plus courant

point

/pɔɪnt/

A point is a specific place, position, or a single idea in a discussion. It can also refer to the sharp end of an object or a unit used for scoring in a game.

Exemples

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1

The pencil has a very sharp point.

The pencil has a very sharp tip.

2

The professor made an excellent point about climate change.

The professor shared a very good idea regarding climate change.

3

I don't really see the point of going to the party.

I don't understand the reason or purpose of going to the party.

Famille de mots

Nom
point
Verb
point
Adverbe
pointedly
Adjectif
pointed
Apparenté
pointer
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Astuce mémo

Think of the point of a needle; it is small, specific, and gets your attention immediately, just like the main point of a story.

Quiz rapide

What is the ______ of this meeting if nobody is listening?

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : point

Exemples

1

The pencil has a very sharp point.

everyday

The pencil has a very sharp tip.

2

The professor made an excellent point about climate change.

formal

The professor shared a very good idea regarding climate change.

3

I don't really see the point of going to the party.

informal

I don't understand the reason or purpose of going to the party.

4

At this point in the research, the data remains inconclusive.

academic

At this specific stage of the study, the results are not clear.

5

Please get straight to the point during the presentation.

business

Please talk about the most important information immediately during the presentation.

Famille de mots

Nom
point
Verb
point
Adverbe
pointedly
Adjectif
pointed
Apparenté
pointer

Collocations courantes

main point the most important idea
starting point the place or time where something begins
turning point a time when a decisive change happens
boiling point the temperature at which a liquid turns to gas
focal point the center of interest or activity

Phrases Courantes

to the point

relevant and direct

beside the point

irrelevant to the subject

up to a point

partly, but not completely

Souvent confondu avec

point vs tip

A tip is specifically the very end of something long, while a point can be an idea or a location.

point vs spot

A spot is a small round area or a location, whereas a point often refers to a logical idea or a sharp end.

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Notes d'usage

Use 'point' when discussing the specific goal or meaning of an action. It is also the standard word for units in sports scoring.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners sometimes use 'point' when they should use 'dot' for an email address (e.g., they say 'example point com' instead of 'example dot com').

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Astuce mémo

Think of the point of a needle; it is small, specific, and gets your attention immediately, just like the main point of a story.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin word 'punctum', which means a small hole or a prick made by a sharp instrument.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun: one point, two points Often used with the preposition 'at' (e.g., at this point) Can be followed by 'of' + noun/gerund (e.g., the point of the story)
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Contexte culturel

In many Western cultures, 'getting straight to the point' is valued in business to save time.

Quiz rapide

What is the ______ of this meeting if nobody is listening?

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : point

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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