affaires
|af-faires|
🇺🇸
/əˈfɛrz/
🇬🇧
/əˈfeəz/
(affair)
matters of concern
Etymology
'affair' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'afaire,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'faire' meant 'do or make.'
'afaire' transformed into the Middle English word 'affere,' and eventually became the modern English word 'affair.'
Initially, it meant 'to do or make something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a matter or concern.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a matter or situation that is being dealt with or considered; a business or professional concern.
The committee is responsible for overseeing the company's financial affairs.
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Noun 2
a romantic or sexual relationship, especially a secret one.
Their affair lasted for several months before it was discovered.
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Last updated: 2025/05/22 07:21