Donnaient (en. Gave)

dɔ.nɛ

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
Grant something to someone.
They often gave gifts to the children.
Ils donnaient souvent des cadeaux aux enfants.
Make a donation.
They generously gave to charity.
Ils donnaient généreusement à des œuvres de charité.
Produce a result.
These efforts yielded good results.
Ces efforts donnaient de bons résultats.

Etymology

From the verb "to give," from Latin 'donare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lend a hand
Help someone.
donner un coup de main
give the floor
Grant the right to express oneself.
donner la parole
give some news
Inform someone about a subject.
donner des nouvelles

Related Words

gift
Gift or act of giving.
don
given
That which has been given.
donné

Slang Meanings

To cut
They gave a good slice.
Ils donnaient un bon coup de lame.
To connect
They were giving tips on the good deal.
Ils donnaient des tuyaux sur le bon plan.