French Conversation · Level 67
60 words
French word
oméga
Pronunciation
IPA/omega/
Meaning
- masculine nounomega
Example
L'oméga est la dernière lettre de l'alphabet grec.
Omega is the last letter of the Greek alphabet.
More examples
Les acides oméga-3 sont importants dans une alimentation équilibrée.
Omega-3 fatty acids are important in a balanced diet.
Core concept
A final rounded marker that closes an ordered run and can stand for a defined quantity.
Common phrases
acide oméga-3
omega-3 fatty acid
alpha et oméga
alpha and omega
la lettre oméga
the letter omega
Similar words
lettre: A single letter in an alphabet.
caractère: A single symbol used in writing or printing.
symbole: A sign that represents a specific meaning or value.
ohm: The unit of electrical resistance, represented by an uppercase Greek omega.
Definition in French
Désignation de la lettre grecque ω (minuscule) et Ω (majuscule), employée pour indiquer la dernière position d'une série ou comme symbole scientifique.
Word origin
The Greek name ō mega was formed from ō, "O", and mega, "great" or "large", and passed into Latin and then French as oméga.
Usage tips
- French uses l'alpha et l'oméga for the complete span from beginning to end, not only for a scientific symbol.
Opposites
- alphaalphanoun