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    Donnent (en. Give)

    /dɔ.nɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To provide something to someone.
    They give clothes to those in need.
    Ils donnent des vêtements aux nécessiteux.
    To grant or bestow.
    Parents give advice to their children.
    Les parents donnent des conseils à leurs enfants.
    To indicate or mean.
    These signs give a special meaning to this message.
    Ces signes donnent un sens particulier à ce message.

    Etymology

    The word 'donner' comes from the Latin 'donare', which means 'to give as a gift'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to lend a hand
    To help someone.
    donner un coup de main
    to follow up
    To pursue something.
    donner suite
    to give news
    To inform someone about a situation.
    donner des nouvelles

    Related Words

    to give
    Basic verb meaning to provide something.
    donner
    donation
    Action of giving, often related to charitable works.
    donation
    donor
    Person who makes a donation.
    donateur

    Slang Meanings

    To make an informal gift.
    He made a small contribution for the event.
    Il a donné un petit coup pour l'événement.
    To make available without formality.
    They often give food to students.
    Ils donnent souvent de la nourriture aux étudiants.