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    D'aborder (en. To approach)

    /d‿abɔʁde/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To engage in a discussion or dialogue about a subject.
    We should address the topic of the meeting as soon as possible.
    Nous devrions d'aborder le sujet de la réunion dès que possible.
    To access a place, usually at sea.
    The boat carefully approached the dock.
    Le bateau a d'abordé le quai avec précaution.
    To approach a theme or an issue.
    It is important to address this question with tact.
    Il est important d'aborder cette question avec tact.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'aborder' which means 'to approach' or 'to start a topic'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to tackle a subject
    To start a discussion on a specific theme.
    d'aborder un sujet
    to address a question
    To get into the heart of an issue.
    d'aborder une question

    Related Words

    boarding
    Action of boarding a ship.
    abordage
    approach
    On the threshold, at the door; to begin.
    abord
    approachable
    That can be approached or dealt with.
    abordable

    Slang Meanings

    To speak about a matter without committing seriously.
    He only touched on the subject, without wanting to go further.
    Il a seulement d'abordé le sujet, sans vouloir aller plus loin.
    To surface in a conversation.
    The idea surfaced in the conversation without really imposing itself.
    L'idée a d'abordé la conversation sans vraiment s'imposer.