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/ʃɑ̃ʒ.mɑ̃/
Translation
change, alteration
Word origin
From the verb changer ('to change') plus the noun suffix -ment, from Late Latin cambiare ('to exchange'), of Celtic origin. The same root gives English 'change' and 'exchange'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- cambiare
- English cognates
- change, exchange
Grammar
Examples
tous surpris.
This change of plan surprised us all.
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There has been a big change in his life.
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The change of season can already be felt in the air.
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The employees took this change badly.
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A small change can make a big difference.
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