face time

• Terme informel désignant une interaction ou une conversation directe en personne avec quelqu'un, par opposition aux échanges par téléphone, messages texte ou vidéo. S'emploie aussi dans un contexte professionnel pour parler du temps passé en présence directe avec des collègues ou des supérieurs.

An informal term referring to direct, in-person interaction or conversation with someone, as opposed to communication via phone, text, or video. Also used in a professional context to describe time spent being physically present with colleagues or superiors.

1. In-person meetingB1informal

   Time spent in direct, physical presence with another person, as opposed to communicating remotely.

   rencontre en présentiel

   • We need some face time to discuss the project details.
   • He prefers face time over video calls.
   • The manager scheduled face time with each team member.

2. Video call (brand name)A2informal

   Time spent communicating via a video call, especially using Apple's FaceTime application.

   Appel vidéo

   • I had a nice face time with my sister last night.
   • Let's have a quick face time to catch up.
   • She uses face time to talk to her grandchildren.