Découvrait (en. Discovered)
/dek.u.vʁɛ/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
To update or reveal something that was hidden or unknown.
She discovered new facets of her personality every day.
Elle découvrait chaque jour de nouvelles facettes de sa personnalité.
To find or explore something new.
He discovered the pleasures of the city during his stay.
Il découvrait les plaisirs de la ville pendant son séjour.
To experience something for the first time.
While traveling, he discovered the local cuisine with enthusiasm.
En voyage, il découvrait la cuisine locale avec enthousiasme.
Etymology
From the verb 'découvrir', originating from the Latin 'discooperire'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to make a discovery
To find something new.
faire une découverte
to discover the world
To explore various places and cultures.
découvrir le monde
to reveal oneself
To realize something about oneself.
se découvrir
Related Words
discovery
Action of discovering.
découverte
discoverer
Someone who discovers something.
découvreur
to discover
Action verb associated.
découvrir
Slang Meanings
To realize something important.
I discovered that my friends were organizing a surprise for me.
J'ai découvert que mes amis m'organisaient une surprise.
To be surprised by an unexpected situation.
He discovered the truth too late.
Il a découvert la vérité trop tard.