la
/œvʁ/
Translation
work, artwork, creation
Word origin
From Latin opera ('work, effort'), the plural of opus ('work'), reinterpreted as a feminine singular. The English 'opera' and 'operate' share this root.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- opera
- English cognates
- opera, operate, opus
Grammar
Examples
Cette .
This work has been known around the world for a long time.
L' .
The artist took ten years to finish his work.
.
We must put this plan into action from tomorrow morning.
aux .
The museum shows a new work every month to its visitors.
C' , ' .
It is a fine work, full of love and courage.
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