nounnounadjective

l’international

international

The word "international" in French means "international" in English — relating to or involving two or more countries.

It is an adjective used to describe things that cross national boundaries, such as relations, communication, organizations, or events.

Examples:

  • "Relations internationales" — international relations
  • "Organisation internationale" — international organization
  • "Événement international" — international event

Synonyms and nuances:

  • "Mondial" means "global" or "worldwide," implying something involving the entire world. For example, "coupe du monde" (World Cup).
  • "Intergouvernemental" specifically refers to interactions between governments internationally, often used in diplomacy.
  • "Transnational" refers to processes or entities that transcend national borders, often used in business or social sciences.

In summary, "international" broadly relates to interactions or things between nations, while synonyms like "mondial" focus on the global scale, and "transnational" emphasizes crossing borders beyond governmental level.

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Examples

Cet événement international attire beaucoup de visiteurs.adjective

This international event attracts many visitors.

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