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/ak.sjɔ̃/

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Translation

action, deed

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Word origin

From Latin actio ('a doing, a performance'), from the verb agere ('to do, to drive'). English 'action' is from the same source.

Origin
Latin
Root
actio
English cognates
action, agent

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralactions

Examples

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This action is very important for all of us.

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We need to take action now.

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His action saved the life of the child.

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Every action has a consequence in life.

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The film is full of action from beginning to end.

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This word is taught in chapter 12, lesson 5: action, honte, bouche and 7 more words.