Devenant (en. Becoming)
/də.və.nɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who is in the process of becoming something.
He is a student becoming a doctor.
C'est un étudiant devenant docteur.
Relating to the state of becoming.
His becoming skills are impressive.
Ses compétences devenantes sont impressionnantes.
Etymology
From the verb 'devenir', with the suffix -ant.
Common Phrases and Expressions
becoming a parent
In the process of becoming a parent.
devenant parent
a becoming man
A man who is transforming.
un homme devenant
Related Words
to become
To move from one state to another.
devenir
become
Who has changed, transformed.
devenu
Slang Meanings
In the process of changing status.
He has been in becoming mode since he found a new job.
Il est en mode devenant depuis qu'il a trouvé un nouveau job.
To become trendy or popular.
This style is really becoming right now.
Ce style est vraiment devenant en ce moment.