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    Chauffait (en. Was heating up)

    ʃofɛ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To raise the temperature of an object or space.
    He was heating the water to make tea.
    Il chauffait l'eau pour préparer le thé.
    To warm something up.
    She was heating her meal in the microwave.
    Elle chauffait son repas au micro-ondes.
    To elevate the temperature of an environment.
    The fireplace heated the house during the winter.
    Le foyer chauffait la maison pendant l'hiver.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'chauffer', from Latin 'calefacere' meaning to make warm.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to heat up minds
    To awaken passions or disputes.
    chauffer les esprits
    to be heated
    To be in a state of annoyance or excitement.
    être à chauffé

    Related Words

    heating
    A system for warming up a space.
    chauffage
    hot
    Having a high temperature.
    chaud
    driver
    A person who drives a vehicle.
    chauffeur

    Slang Meanings

    To be under the influence of alcohol.
    After a few drinks, he was really heated.
    Après quelques verres, il était bien chauffé.
    To excite or animate a situation.
    The party really heated up when the music started.
    La fête a vraiment chauffé quand la musique a commencé.