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    Déroulaient (en. Were unrolling)

    /deʁulaɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Unfold is a verb that indicates that something is happening or taking place.
    The events unfolded as planned.
    Les événements se déroulaient comme prévu.
    It can also mean the action of unrolling or unfolding an object.
    They unrolled the carpet to welcome the guests.
    Ils déroulaient le tapis pour accueillir les invités.
    This can also refer to the progression over time.
    The days unfolded slowly during the holidays.
    Les jours se déroulaient lentement pendant les vacances.

    Etymology

    The verb 'dérouler' comes from the prefix 'dé-' meaning a movement away and 'rouler' which means to wrap.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    unfold without a hitch
    happen without problems.
    se dérouler sans accroc
    unwind the thread
    explain a story or events clearly.
    dérouler le fil
    unfold over time
    happen over time.
    se dérouler dans le temps

    Related Words

    unroll
    The action of spreading out or unfolding something.
    dérouler
    development
    The process of evolution or progression.
    développement
    story
    A narrative of events that unfold over a period.
    histoire

    Slang Meanings

    Go well
    The party unfolded smoothly!
    La fête s'est déroulée comme sur des roulettes!
    Be calm
    Everything unfolded smoothly, without stress.
    Tout s'est déroulé en douceur, sans stress.