Les discussions en cours entre les deux entreprises pourraient durer encore plusieurs semaines.
English: The ongoing discussions between the two companies could last several more weeks.
en cours /ɑ̃kˈuʁ/ · adjective · CEFR B2. French translation of "ongoing".
See also: Vocabulary entry (French)
- Source term
- ongoing
- Translation
- en cours
- CEFR Level
- B2
- Part of speech
- adjective
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| Dictionary form | en cours |
|---|---|
| Use note | Use the form shown here as the lookup form. |
How to use it in a sentence
- Pattern
- en cours + noun / It is en cours
- Examples
- C'est en cours.
- Tip
- Adjust endings and word order to match the full sentence.
Example Sentences
Il y a un débat en cours sur la meilleure façon d'enseigner les langues aux jeunes enfants.
English: There is an ongoing debate about the best way to teach young children languages.
Ses recherches en cours se concentrent sur les effets du stress sur la santé physique à long terme.
English: Her ongoing research focuses on the effects of stress on long-term physical health.
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