la conscience
awareness · be aware · conscience
C'est la capacité de savoir ce que l'on pense, ressent ou fait, et de distinguer le bien du mal.
The word "conscience" in French means consciousness or awareness, and can also mean moral conscience depending on the context.
Meanings:
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Awareness or consciousness:
- Refers to the state of being aware of oneself and one's environment.
- Example: Il a perdu conscience après l'accident. (He lost consciousness after the accident.)
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Moral conscience:
- Refers to the inner sense of right and wrong that guides a person's behavior.
- Example: Il a une bonne conscience, il ne ferait jamais quelque chose de mal. (He has a good conscience; he would never do something wrong.)
Synonyms and differences:
- Conscience (moral conscience): specifically the internal sense of morality or ethical awareness.
- Connaissance: means "knowledge" or familiarity but is different from "conscience," as it doesn't refer to awareness or moral sense.
- Esprit: means "mind" or "spirit," a broader term about mentality, not necessarily moral awareness.
In summary, "conscience" primarily relates to the psychological state of being aware or the ethical judgment in a person's mind. It differs from "connaissance," which deals with facts and learning, and "esprit," which is more about intellect or mentality.
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Examples
J'ai conscience de mon erreur.noun
I am aware of my mistake.
Chaque personne a conscience de ses actions.noun
Each person is aware of their actions.
La conscience du danger l'a empêché d'agir trop vite.noun
The awareness of the danger prevented him from acting too quickly.
Sa conscience lui a conseillé de dire la vérité.noun
His conscience advised him to tell the truth.
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