gène
gene
In French, the word "gène" is used to refer to a gene, a segment of DNA that contains the instructions for a specific trait or function. It is pronounced similarly to the English word "gene" but with a French accent. The plural form of the word is "gènes". The word is used in the same context as in English, such as in discussions about genetics, biology, and inheritance.
Example sentences using: gène
Le gène a beaucoup d'importance en biologie.
The gene is very important in biology.
In this example, the word 'gène' is used in the context of biology to refer to a segment of DNA responsible for a particular trait in an organism. This example demonstrates the use of 'gène' in a scientific context.
Sa présence me gène dans le travail.
His presence bothers me at work.
In the second example, 'gène' is used as a verb in the context of expressing annoyance or discomfort caused by someone or something. This example demonstrates the use of 'gène' as a verb in a common conversational context.
Je sens que quelque chose me gène dans la chaussure.
I feel that something is bothering me in the shoe.
In this example, 'gène' is again used as a verb, demonstrating a different application: expressing physical discomfort or annoyance. Here, the speaker uses the term 'gène' to express being bothered by something in their shoe.