apropos

• Qualifie ce qui est particulièrement approprié ou pertinent dans une situation donnée.

Describes something that is very appropriate to a particular situation.

1. Relevant or appropriateC1formal

   Of a suitable or pertinent nature; fitting the situation.

   pertinent / approprié

   • Her comment was quite apropos to the discussion.
   • The speaker's anecdote was apropos and well-received.
   • His advice was particularly apropos given the circumstances.

   Synonymesapplicableappositeappropriateaptfittinggermanepertinentrelevantsuitable

   Antonymesinappropriateinaptirrelevantunsuitable

2. Timely or opportuneC1formal

   Happening at a favorable or suitable moment.

   Opportun, qui tombe à propos

   • The arrival of the funds was apropos, just before the deadline.
   • Her suggestion came at an apropos moment during the meeting.
   • The rain stopped apropos for the outdoor ceremony.

   Synonymesappropriateaptopportuneseasonabletimelywell timed

   Antonymesinappropriateinopportuneunsuitableuntimely

3. Introducing a new topicC2formal

   Used to introduce a different subject or to indicate that something is relevant to the current conversation.

   À propos (introduire un nouveau sujet)

   • Apropos of nothing, he mentioned his vacation plans.
   • Apropos your earlier question, I have found the answer.
   • Apropos the budget, we need to discuss the new expenses.

   Synonymesby the wayconcerningincidentally

• Adverbe signifiant « à propos de » ou « concernant », souvent utilisé pour introduire un sujet pertinent ou un commentaire. Peut aussi signifier « au fait » ou « à propos » dans le sens de « opportunément » ou « à point nommé ».

An adverb meaning 'with reference to' or 'concerning,' often used to introduce a relevant topic or comment. It can also mean 'appropriately' or 'opportunely' in context.

1. Relevantly or pertinentlyC1formal

   In a way that is appropriate or relevant to the current situation or subject.

   à propos, pertinemment

   • His comment was apropos to the discussion about climate change.
   • She spoke apropos, addressing the main concerns of the audience.
   • The example he gave was particularly apropos to the argument.

   Synonymesappropriatelyaptlyfittinglypertinentlyrelevantlysuitably

   Antonymesimpertinentlyinappropriatelyirrelevantly

2. At an opportune momentC1formal

   Happening at a suitable or timely moment.

   à propos (au bon moment)

   • The rain stopped apropos, just as we were about to leave.
   • Her arrival was apropos, as we needed her expertise immediately.
   • The funding came apropos, saving the project from cancellation.

   Synonymesconvenientlyopportunelyseasonablytimely

   Antonymesinopportunelyunseasonablyuntimely

3. Introducing a new topicC2formal

   Used to introduce a different or related topic; by the way.

   à propos

   • Apropos, have you heard about the new policy changes?
   • Apropos of nothing, she mentioned her vacation plans.
   • Apropos, I think we should discuss the budget next.

   Synonymesby the wayincidentally

   Antonymesinappropriatelyirrelevantly

• Préposition empruntée au français, utilisée dans des contextes formels et académiques pour indiquer un rapport, une référence ou une pertinence par rapport à un sujet, une personne ou une chose mentionné précédemment — signifiant « à propos de », « concernant » ou « en relation avec » ; souvent employée sous la forme « apropos of » en anglais.

A preposition borrowed from French, used in formal and academic contexts to indicate a connection, reference, or relevance to a previously mentioned topic, person, or thing — meaning 'with regard to', 'concerning', or 'in connection with'; often appears as 'apropos of'.

1. With regard to; concerning (reference to a topic)C2formalbusiness

   Used to introduce a remark, question, or statement that is connected to or relevant to something just mentioned; predominantly found in formal, academic, diplomatic, or literary discourse.

   À propos de; concernant

   • Apropos what you said yesterday, I think you made the right decision.
   • Apropos the proposed changes, I think more information is needed.
   • I had an email from Sally yesterday — apropos of which, did you send her that article?

2. In connection with; related to (thematic relevance)C2formalpolitical

   Indicates that something is thematically linked, pertinent, or appropriate to a subject under discussion; formal usage, sometimes appearing in the fixed phrase 'apropos of'.

   à propos de

   • Apropos of nothing, have you heard the latest news?
   • He made a comment apropos the new regulations.
   • Research findings apropos climate policy were presented at the conference.