French word

interactif

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛ̃tɛʁaktif/

Meaning

  • adjectiveinteractive

Example

L'exposition est interactive.

The exhibition is interactive.

Illustration for interactif (interactive)

More examples

Le site propose des contenus interactifs pour les visiteurs.

The site offers interactive content for visitors.

Core concept

A shared activity in which each participant's response helps shape what happens next.

Common phrases

  • contenu interactif

    interactive content

  • jeu interactif

    interactive game

  • écran interactif

    interactive screen

Similar words

dynamique: Energetic and marked by continuing activity or change.
animé: Lively, with spirited conversation or brisk movement.
actif: Taking initiative and actively engaged in work or activity.
convivial: Friendly and relaxed, making social interaction easy.

Definition in French

Qui encourage la participation active du public ou des apprenants, favorisant un échange plutôt qu'une simple transmission d'informations.

Word origin

The French adjective interactif follows English interactive and is ultimately built on Latin inter, 'between', and agere, 'to act', expressing action between parties.

Usage tips

  • The final f in interactif is pronounced in French, unlike the silent final consonant in many French adjectives.

Opposites

  • passifpassiveadjective
  • unidirectionnelone-wayadjective

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