état d'esprit de développement
The English phrase "growth mindset" is translated into French as état d'esprit de développement.
Meaning: Translations (noun)
Did you know?
- In French, the word développement is used both for the growth of a person's mindset and the physical act of unfolding a map or piece of fabric.
- While état d'esprit literally means 'state of spirit', it is the standard term for 'mindset' or 'mood' in French. In this context, esprit refers to the mind's intellectual capacity rather than a supernatural entity.
- French speakers use état d'esprit to describe both a long-term 'mindset' and a short-term 'mood', depending on the context.
Examples in context
- Nous devrions encourager nos enfants à développer une "mentalité de croissance".We should encourage our children to develop a growth mindset.
Example conversation
Hugo and Manon are discussing their professional goals.
- HugoJe veux m'améliorer malgré mes erreurs.I want to improve despite my mistakes.
- ManonC'est exactement ça, un état d'esprit de développement.That is exactly it, a growth mindset.
- HugoC'est difficile à maintenir parfois.It is difficult to maintain sometimes.
- ManonOui, mais c'est très gratifiant, Hugo.Yes, but it is very rewarding, Hugo.
