1. Active: This is the most common meaning, describing someone or something that is energetic, engaged, or in motion. For example:
* "Il est très actif dans son travail." (He is very active in his work.)
* "Le volcan est actif." (The volcano is active.)
2. Asset: This refers to something valuable or useful, especially in finance and accounting. For example:
* "Les actifs de l'entreprise sont importants." (The company's assets are significant.)
* "Il a beaucoup d'actifs immobiliers." (He has a lot of real estate assets.)
3. Active ingredient: This refers to the main component of a product, especially in medicine and pharmaceuticals. For example:
* "L'actif principal de ce médicament est l'ibuprofène." (The main active ingredient in this medication is ibuprofen.)
4. (in banking) This can also refer to an account that earns interest. For example:
* "J'ai un compte actif chez cette banque." (I have an active account at this bank.)
The meaning of "actif" will be clear from the context of the sentence.