Développent (en. Develop)
/de.ve.lop.ɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
To transition something from a simple state to a more complex or developed state.
Scientists are developing new therapies to fight diseases.
Les scientifiques développent de nouvelles thérapies pour lutter contre les maladies.
To increase, to augment.
The company is developing its business internationally.
L'entreprise développe son activité à l'international.
To broaden or deepen.
We need to develop our skills to succeed in the market.
Nous devons développer nos compétences pour réussir sur le marché.
To elaborate, to implement.
They are developing new software to improve productivity.
Ils développent un nouveau logiciel pour améliorer la productivité.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'développer,' formed from the prefix 'dé-' and the word 'velopper' which means to wrap.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to develop a project
To implement a plan or initiative.
développer un projet
to develop skills
To acquire and enhance specific abilities.
développer des compétences
to develop an idea
To elaborate and structure a thought or concept.
développer une idée
Related Words
development
A process of growth or improvement.
développement
developer
A person who designs and creates applications or software.
développeur
developed
Who has reached an advanced stage of growth or sophistication.
développé
Slang Meanings
To increase one's efforts.
He decided to fully develop his start-up project.
Il a décidé de développer à fond son projet de start-up.
To make a fuss about a topic.
She started to develop the topic in class.
Elle a commencé à développer le sujet en classe.