mode

• Nom désignant une manière, une façon ou une forme particulière selon laquelle quelque chose se produit, se vit, s'exprime ou se fait.

A noun referring to a particular way, manner, or form in which something occurs, is experienced, expressed, or done.

1. Way or mannerB1formal

   A particular way or method of doing something.

   manière, façon

   • The mode of transportation was by train.
   • She prefers a more direct mode of communication.
   • This is the most efficient mode of production.

   Synonymesapproachfashionmannermethodproceduresystemtechniqueway

2. Setting or stateA2informal

   A particular state or setting of a device, system, or machine.

   Mode (état ou réglage)

   • Put the phone in airplane mode during the flight.
   • The camera has a night mode for low light.
   • Switch the computer to sleep mode to save power.

   Synonymesconfigurationfunctionoptionsettingstate

3. Fashion or styleB2formal

   A prevailing style or trend in fashion, art, or culture.

   Mode (tendance)

   • The mode of dress at the event was formal.
   • This style is currently in mode among young people.
   • The mode of architecture in the city is modern.

   Synonymescrazecustomfadfashionragestyletrendvogue