accident
/ak.si.dɑ̃/An unexpected and usually undesirable event that causes injury, damage, or loss.
Il y a eu un accident sur l'autoroute hier soir.
There was an accident on the highway last night.
Elle a eu un accident de voiture et s'est blessée.
She had a car accident and got injured.
The word 'accident' is often used in the context of traffic incidents, workplace injuries, or other unforeseen events.
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Gender and Agreement
Remember that 'accident' is a masculine noun, so any adjectives or articles used with it must agree in gender and number (e.g., 'un grave accident').
⚡Gold Rule
Usage in Legal Contexts
In legal contexts, 'accident' often refers to an event that was unintentional and not caused by negligence.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'accidens', meaning 'happening, event'. The French word 'accident' retains this meaning, referring to an unexpected event.
📝Usage Notes
In French, 'accident' is a masculine noun and is often used in legal and insurance contexts to describe events that result in damage or injury.