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prompt
/prɔ̃/Loanword from English prompt
a cue or signal to begin or continue an action
Le metteur en scène a donné le prompt aux acteurs.
The director gave the actors the cue.
general
a signal or instruction that initiates an action or process
Le prompt de l'ordinateur a lancé le programme.
The computer's prompt launched the program.
In computing, a prompt is a signal that the system is ready for input.
general
a reminder or suggestion to do something
J'ai reçu un prompt pour payer ma facture.
I received a reminder to pay my bill.
Often used in digital contexts, such as email or app notifications.
Collocations
donner un promptto give a cuerépondre à un promptto respond to a prompt
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Technical Usage
In computing, a 'prompt' is often a command-line interface signal indicating readiness for input.
Word Origin
Borrowed from English 'prompt', from Old French 'prompte' (quick, ready).
Usage Notes
In French, 'prompt' is often used in technical contexts, such as computing or theater, but can also refer to general reminders or signals.
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