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crise

/kʁiz/
noun★Intermediate
general

A sudden and dramatic change or event that causes great difficulty or danger, often leading to a turning point or critical situation.

La crise financière de 2008 a eu des répercussions mondiales.

The 2008 financial crisis had global repercussions.

Il a fait face à une crise personnelle après la perte de son emploi.

He faced a personal crisis after losing his job.

💡

The term 'crise' is often used in contexts involving economic, political, or personal upheavals.

Collocations

crise économiqueeconomic crisiscrise politiquepolitical crisiscrise identitaireidentity crisis

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

être en crisephrase
to be in crisis
sortir de la crisephrase
to get out of a crisis

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

'Crise' can refer to different types of crises, so pay attention to the context to determine the specific meaning.

⚡Gold Rule

Formal vs. Informal

While 'crise' is often used in formal contexts, it can also appear in informal discussions about personal or societal issues.

📖Word Origin

From Latin 'crisis', from Greek 'krisis' meaning 'decision, judgment, or turning point'.

📝Usage Notes

'Crise' is a versatile term that can refer to various types of critical situations, from financial downturns to personal struggles. It is often used in formal and informal contexts alike.

Word Breakdown

cris-
related to critical or decisive moments
root
+
-e
noun ending
suffix
Dictionnaire Français-Anglais

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