D'utiliser (en. To use)
/dy.ti.li.ze/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To make use of something.
She decided to use software to improve her work.
Elle a décidé d'utiliser un logiciel pour améliorer son travail.
To resort to something for a specific purpose.
It is important to use the right methods when learning.
Il est important d'utiliser les bonnes méthodes lors de l'apprentissage.
To exploit a resource or tool.
We are going to use this machine for the new projects.
Nous allons d'utiliser cette machine pour les nouveaux projets.
To adopt a technique or tool.
He chose to use a different approach for his study.
Il a choisi d'utiliser une approche différente pour son étude.
Etymology
From the French verb 'utiliser', itself derived from 'utile'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to use the available resources
To make use of the resources that are available.
d'utiliser les ressources disponibles
to know how to use something
To have the skill to make use of a tool or method.
savoir d'utiliser quelque chose
to use wisely
To use something appropriately or judiciously.
d'utiliser à bon escient
Related Words
usage
Action of using something.
utilisation
usable
That can be used.
utilisable
user
A person who uses something.
utilisateur
Slang Meanings
To use in an informal or indirect way.
He used his charm to get what he wanted.
Il a utilisé son charme pour obtenir ce qu'il voulait.
To make unproductive or excessive use.
Stop always using that excuse!
Arrête de toujours utiliser cette excuse !