Kilo Lingo

l'

feminine

/ɔpsjɔ̃/

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Translation

option, choice

Word origin

From Latin optio, optionis ('choice'), from optare ('to choose, wish'). The English 'option' and 'opt' come from the same source.

Origin
Latin
Root
optio
English cognates
option, opt, adopt

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluraloptions

Examples

.

We have three options for this family trip.

' .

This option is no longer possible after this hour.

l' .

Choose the option that you like best.

comparer .

We need to compare all the options before deciding.

L' .

The option of paying in instalments is very useful.

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This word is part of lesson 35.