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    D'entendre (en. To hear)

    /dɑ̃.tɑ̃.dʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To perceive a sound, speech, or warning through hearing.
    I couldn't quite hear what he said.
    Je n'ai pas bien pu d'entendre ce qu'il a dit.
    To understand the meaning or content of what is expressed.
    It is important to hear the concerns of others.
    Il est important d'entendre les préoccupations des autres.
    To agree with an opinion or judgement.
    We agreed on the terms of the contract.
    Nous nous sommes entendus sur les termes du contrat.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'intendere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to hear about
    To be informed or aware of something.
    d'entendre parler de
    to hear news
    To receive information.
    d'entendre des nouvelles
    to get along with someone
    To have a harmonious relationship with someone.
    s'entendre avec quelqu'un

    Related Words

    listen
    The action of paying attention to sounds.
    écouter
    agreement
    Agreement between two or more parties.
    entente
    understanding
    The action of understanding something.
    compréhension

    Slang Meanings

    To quickly understand a situation.
    He got what we meant; he heard it right away.
    Il a pigé ce qu'on voulait dire, il a d'entendu direct.
    To listen casually.
    I just heard the music while working.
    J'ai juste d'entendu la musique en bossant.