D'établir (en. To establish)
/de.ta.blir/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To create or establish something in a formal way.
It took several meetings to establish an agreement.
Il a fallu plusieurs réunions pour établir un accord.
To set or determine a standard or a rule.
The commission was tasked with establishing guidelines for the project.
La commission a été chargée d'établir des lignes directrices pour le projet.
To lay a solid foundation for any subject.
We need to establish a good trustworthy relationship between the partners.
Nous devons établir une bonne relation de confiance entre les partenaires.
Etymology
From Latin 'stabilire', meaning to make stable.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to establish a dialogue
To initiate communication between two parties.
établir un dialogue
to establish a reputation
To build and maintain a positive image in a field.
établir une réputation
to establish relationships
To create bonds or relationships with other individuals.
établir des rapports
Related Words
establishment
Action of creating or founding something lasting.
établissement
to stabilize
To make stable or firm.
stabiliser
to constitute
To form or establish something.
constituer
Slang Meanings
To set up quickly
He managed to establish a network in no time.
Il a réussi à établir un réseau en un rien de temps.
To establish a solid foundation
You need to establish your connections to go far in this field.
Tu dois établir tes contacts pour aller loin dans ce domaine.