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French to English
Here, some contributors ask questions about translations of French words and phrases. Other contributors answer with the range of possible answers in English. Translation is not always direct, literal, or obvious from French into English!
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How do you say how did you know in french?
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comment as-tu su / comment avez-vous su
What does the phrase two in the bush mean?
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The phrase "a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush" means it is better to hold onto something you already have (a sure thing) rather than risk it for something better that is uncertain. It emphasizes the value of what you already possess.
What does la engorian mean?
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La engorian appears to be the name of a society that takes personal information and use it to send them deceptive claims. Some people claim to have had negative experiences with this company. See their stories at the related link below.
What is 'Tu dis koi de bon' when translated from French to English?
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In English, "Tu dis koi de bon" translates to "What good news do you have?"
What does ca c'est mean?
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"Ça, c'est" is a French phrase that translates to "that's it" or "that's what it is." It is commonly used to emphasize a point or to express agreement with something.
What is the pronunciation of the French word 'toujours'?
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"Too-zhoor" is the pronunciation of the French word toujours.
Specifically, the French word is an adverb. The word is spelled with the letter "s" at the end. But the letter "s" will not be pronounced by a fluent or native French language speaker.
What does que fais-tu au collège mean?
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"Que fais-tu au collège?" means "What do you do at school?" in English.
How do you refer to a teacher female?
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You can refer to a female teacher as "Ms." followed by her last name (e.g., Ms. Smith) or as "Mrs." if you know she is married. Alternatively, you can use "Miss" followed by her last name if you are aware she is unmarried.
What is the definition of la colina?
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"La colina" is a Spanish term that translates to "the hill" in English. It refers to a raised area of land that is higher than the surrounding land, typically with a slope.
What does Hindi un kawawa mean in English?
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"Hindi un kawawa" translates to "not poor" in English.
What does je pense a toi tout le temps je comprend plus rien mean in English?
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"I think of you all the time, I don't understand anything anymore."
What language does the word 'kilo' come from?
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The prefix "kilo-", meaning "one thousand" was introduced in the French, 1795, when France officially adopted the metric system. The word derives from the Greek khilioi, "thousand", of unknown origin.
What does un compas mean in English?
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"Un compas" in English translates to "a compass," which is a tool used for drawing circles and measuring directions.
What is word for first name in diaries?
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The word for first name in diaries is typically referred to as "forename."
What does the word resorted means?
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"Resorted" means turning or going to something as a solution or course of action, often as a last resort. It can also refer to seeking refuge or finding shelter in a particular place.
What is french word for apple and its pronunciation?
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The French word for apple is "pomme" and it is pronounced as "pohm".
What does the french word s'appeller mean?
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"S'appeler" in French means "to be called" or "to be named." It is a reflexive verb that is used to talk about someone's name.
When does the word doigts mean in English?
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The word "doigts" means "fingers" in English.
What does the word cactus mean?
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A cactus is a type of succulent plant that typically grows in dry and arid regions. They are known for their ability to store water in their thick stems and survive in harsh environments.
What does comment tu t'appelles mean?
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"Comment tu t'appelles?" is a French phrase that translates to "What is your name?" in English.
What does it mean when a guy uses the word 'us' in online friendship?
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Using the word "us" in online friendship conversations typically implies a sense of connection, camaraderie, and mutual understanding between individuals. It can suggest a level of closeness and friendship, as well as a shared experience or bond that the person values.
