No. 491 in French
complexe
The French word "complexe" means "complex" or "complicated" in English.
In a sentence
Le problème est complexe et nécessite une analyse approfondie.
The problem is complex and requires a thorough analysis.
In this sentence, "complexe" is used as an adjective to describe something that is intricate or not simple, such as a situation or issue.
Le complexe sportif offre de nombreuses activités pour tous les âges.
The sports complex offers various activities for all ages.
Here, "complexe" functions as a noun referring to a facility or group of facilities designed for a specific purpose, such as sports or leisure.
Elle a un complexe d'infériorité qui affecte sa confiance en soi.
She has an inferiority complex that affects her self-confidence.
In this sentence, "complexe" also acts as a noun but refers to a psychological concept, describing a group of related ideas that influence a person's behavior and emotions.
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