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Prendre soin des objets, ou l’art de faire durer les choses

Le podcast "Passerelle" explore cette semaine l'importance de la maintenance pour faire durer les objets. Face à l'obsolescence programmée, il met en avant le soin apporté aux choses comme un art qui se perd, soulignant l'impact positif sur notre relation aux objets et à l'environnement. #maintenance #obsolescence #consommation
Duration
20.6 mins
Level
intermediate
Word Count
2621 (794 unique words)
Topics
20th Century History
Artisan Crafts
Consumer Behavior
Consumer Electronics
Consumerism
DIY and Repair
Ethics of Care
History
Industrial Revolution
Lifestyle
Maintenance and Repair
Manufacturing
Overconsumption
Philosophy
Planned Obsolescence
Science
Social Issues
Sociology
Software
Sustainability
Technology
Waste and Recycling
Work & Careers

Vocab Notes

01.
le revers de la médaille
the other side of the coin

This idiom refers to the less desirable or negative aspect of something that is generally considered positive. It highlights the duality of situations.

02.
s'user
to wear out, to become worn

This pronominal verb describes the gradual deterioration or wearing down of something over time, often due to use or exposure to the elements.

03.
en arrière-plan
in the background

This phrase indicates something being less prominent, less important, or overshadowed by something else.

04.
se soucier de
to care about, to be concerned about

This pronominal verb expresses concern, worry, or interest in someone or something.

05.
bichonner
to pamper, to take good care of

This verb implies taking special care of something or someone, often with affection and attention to detail.

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