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/ˈnæɪ̯tʃə/ /ˈnɛːtʃɐ/ /ˈnæetʃɘ/ /ˈneɪtʃə/ /ˈneɪtʃɚ/

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Nature, monde naturel

The natural world; that which consists of all things unaffected by or predating human technology, production, and design. (Compare ecosystem.)

Examples :

"Nature never lies (i.e. tells untruths)."

La nature ne ment jamais.

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Nature, essence

The innate characteristics of a thing. What something will tend by its own constitution, to be or do. Distinct from what might be expected or intended.

Examples :

"The nature of the problem in math class was surprisingly abstract, unlike the straightforward examples we'd been practicing. "

La nature du problème en cours de maths était étonnamment abstraite, contrairement aux exemples simples que nous avions pratiqués.

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Nature, environnement

The summary of everything that has to do with biological, chemical and physical states and events in the physical universe.

Examples :

"The delicate balance of nature affects the entire ecosystem, including the crops we grow for food. "

L'équilibre délicat de la nature affecte l'ensemble de l'écosystème, y compris les cultures que nous cultivons pour nous nourrir.

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Nature, naturel

Conformity to that which is natural, as distinguished from that which is artificial, or forced, or remote from actual experience.

Examples :

"The natural rhythm of the school day, with its breaks and classes, is more conducive to learning than a rigid, artificial schedule. "

Le rythme naturel de la journée scolaire, avec ses pauses et ses cours, est plus propice à l'apprentissage qu'un emploi du temps rigide et artificiel.

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Genre, caractère, qualité

Kind, sort; character; quality.

Examples :

"The nature of the problem in math class was a bit confusing. "

La nature du problème en cours de maths était un peu déroutante.

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Nature, constitution physique

Physical constitution or existence; the vital powers; the natural life.

Examples :

"The baby's fragile nature made her susceptible to illness. "

La nature fragile du bébé la rendait susceptible aux maladies.

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Affection ou révérence naturelle

Natural affection or reverence.

Examples :

"The teacher's nature was one of kindness and respect, inspiring a deep reverence in her students. "

La nature de l'enseignante était faite de gentillesse et de respect, inspirant une profonde révérence chez ses élèves.

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Doté de qualités naturelles

To endow with natural qualities.

Examples :

"The teacher's stories naturally natured the children's imaginations, filling them with a sense of wonder about the world. "

Les histoires du professeur ont naturellement doté l'imagination des enfants, les remplissant d'un sentiment d'émerveillement face au monde.

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