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A thought, concept, or notion that arises in the mind.
Il a partagé son idée avec l'équipe.
He shared his idea with the team.
Can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
A plan or intention, often used in the phrase 'avoir une idée' (to have an idea).
Elle a eu une idée brillante pour résoudre le problème.
She had a brilliant idea to solve the problem.
Often used in creative or problem-solving contexts.
Remember that 'l'idée' is feminine, so adjectives must agree in gender and number (e.g., 'une bonne idée').
'L'idée' is often used in expressions like 'avoir une idée' (to have an idea) or 'donner une idée' (to give an idea).
From Old French 'idee', from Latin 'idea', from Greek 'ἰδέα' (idéa), meaning 'form, shape, appearance'.
The word 'l'idée' is feminine and requires the appropriate articles and adjectives. It is commonly used in both spoken and written French.