Amène (en. Bring)

a.mɛn

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To make someone or something come with oneself.
He brings his friend to the party.
Il amène son ami à la fête.
To introduce someone into a group or situation.
She always brings new ideas to the meetings.
Elle amène toujours de nouvelles idées aux réunions.
To create a condition or change.
This decision brings significant consequences for the company.
Cette décision amène des conséquences importantes pour l'entreprise.

Etymology

From the verb 'amener', derived from the Latin 'adducere' which means 'to introduce'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

don't bring, don't bring
Expresses indifference or disinterest.
amène pas, amène pas
brings water to the mill
To strengthen an argument.
amène de l'eau au moulin

Related Words

emmener
To take someone from one place to another.
emmener
apporter
To bring something to a place.
apporter

Slang Meanings

To bring weight into a discussion.
He really brings weight with his arguments.
Il amène vraiment du poids avec ses arguments.
To bring complications.
This situation brings cats into the luggage.
Cette situation amène des chats dans la bagagerie.