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    Assis (en. Sat)

    /a.si/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who is in a sitting position.
    She is sitting on a chair.
    Elle est assise sur une chaise.
    Refers to a person who is resting on a surface, as opposed to standing.
    He was sitting when the phone rang.
    Il était assis lorsque le téléphone a sonné.

    Etymology

    From the verb asseoir, from Latin 'assidere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sitting like a bug
    To be very well settled
    assis comme un pou
    sitting on his laurels
    To rest on past successes
    assis sur ses lauriers

    Related Words

    asseoir
    To put someone in a sitting position.
    asseoir
    seat
    Furniture meant for sitting.
    siège

    Slang Meanings

    To be totally relaxed.
    After a long day, I love sitting on the couch.
    Après une longue journée, j'adore être assis sur le canapé.
    To be on standby, with no activity.
    He is sitting, waiting, until the class starts.
    Il est assis, en mode attente, jusqu'à ce que le cours commence.