French Conversation · Level 24
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French word
lent
Pronunciation
IPA/lɑ̃/
Meaning
- adjectiveslow
Example
Il est lent.
He is slow.
More examples
Le téléchargement est lent.
The download is slow.
Core concept
A person or process moving with little speed or drive.
Common phrases
être lent
be slow
très lent
very slow
Similar words
paresseux: Lacking motivation and tending to drag out tasks or activities.
calme: Quiet and tranquil, without signs of agitation.
posé: Calm and composed, without any sense of haste.
Definition in French
Qui agit ou se meut sans rapidité, parfois par manque d'énergie ou d'entrain.
Word origin
French lent comes from Latin lentus, which meant slow or sluggish.
Usage tips
- When lent describes a person, it can suggest dullness or lack of ability, so context affects its politeness.