This is the 8600th most frequent French word.
appropriation
The act of taking something for one's own use, often without permission.
Describes the act of claiming or adopting elements of a different culture.
L'appropriation culturelle peut être un sujet controversé.
Cultural appropriation can be a controversial topic.
Refers to the process of understanding or taking concepts mentally.
L'élève a démontré une appropriation rapide des concepts scientifiques.
The student demonstrated a rapid appropriation of scientific concepts.
Denotes the act of seizing or taking possession of property.