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    Changeaient (en. Changed)

    /ʃɑ̃ʒɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    The act of modifying something, transitioning from one state to another.
    The seasons changed every year.
    Les saisons changeaient chaque année.
    Modify a situation or a plan.
    They often changed their strategy.
    Ils changeaient souvent de stratégie.
    Alternate between different options.
    The children changed games.
    Les enfants changeaient de jeux.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to change', of Latin origin 'cambiare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    change tone
    Modify the tone of the conversation.
    changer de ton
    change one's mind
    Change one's opinion or decision.
    changer d'avis
    change the game
    Significantly alter a situation.
    changer la donne

    Related Words

    change
    The act of changing, modification.
    changement
    change
    A term that denotes a modification, a transformation.
    change
    changes
    Modifications or developments in a given context.
    changements

    Slang Meanings

    Change quickly in mood or opinion.
    They changed direction like a weather vane.
    Il changeaient de cap comme une girouette.
    Alter lifestyle.
    They changed their lives after retirement.
    Ils changeaient de vie après la retraite.