moyenne générale
The English phrase 'gpa' is translated into French as moyenne générale.
The term refers to the number representing the average of all the grades a student has earned throughout their studies. In casual conversation, students often drop the adjective and simply say ma moyenne to refer to their GPA.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of moyenne (average) and générale (general).
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective générale must agree in gender with the feminine noun moyenne.
Did you know?
- In the French school system, receiving a 20/20 on a moyenne générale is incredibly rare, as some teachers believe perfection is reserved for God.
- If a student says they have 'une moyenne de 10', they are effectively saying they are barely passing, as 10 is the minimum threshold for success in the French system.
- The word moyenne comes from the Latin 'media', which is the direct ancestor of the English word 'medium'.
Examples in context
- Quelle est ta moyenne générale ?What's your GPA?This sentence is useful for asking someone about their GPA using moyenne générale.Tatoeba #3534856 by sacredceltic, translation #3533669 by Hybrid
- J'ai une moyenne générale de 3.5 sur 4.0 cette année.I have a GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 this year.
- Quelle est ta moyenne cumulée jusqu'à présent ?What is your cumulative GPA so far?
- J'aimerais améliorer ma moyenne semestrielle pour ce trimestre.I would like to improve my semester GPA for this term.
- Sa moyenne générale est excellente.His overall GPA is excellent.
- Je dois améliorer ma moyenne générale.I need to improve my GPA.
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Example conversation
Two students are talking about their recent semester results in a cafe.
- ManonTu es content de ta moyenne générale ?Are you happy with your GPA?
- HugoOui, elle est assez bonne cette année.Yes, it is quite good this year.
- ManonC'est super pour toi, Hugo !That's great for you, Hugo!
- HugoMerci, Manon, j'ai beaucoup travaillé.Thanks, Manon, I worked hard.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries générale, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
