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    Entraîne (en. Trains)

    /ɑ̃.tʁɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To direct someone or something towards a certain result or situation.
    This project results in additional costs.
    Ce projet entraîne des coûts supplémentaires.
    To lead to follow or adopt a certain behavior.
    The new rules lead to a change in behavior.
    Les nouvelles règles entraînent un changement de comportement.
    To produce an effect or consequence.
    This policy leads to a reduction in energy consumption.
    Cette politique entraîne une diminution de la consommation d'énergie.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to lead', derived from 'to pull'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to lead someone into an adventure
    Involving someone in an exciting or unforeseen situation.
    entraîner quelqu'un dans une aventure
    to lead to consequences
    To have effects resulting from an action.
    entraîner des conséquences
    to train hard
    To practice intensively to improve one's abilities.
    s'entraîner dur

    Related Words

    trainer
    A person who trains or coaches others, especially in sports.
    entraîneur
    training
    The act of practicing an activity or sport to improve performance.
    entraînement
    trail
    A mark left behind by a moving object.
    traînée

    Slang Meanings

    To bring someone into a group or activity.
    He brought his friends to the party.
    Il a entraîné ses amis à la soirée.
    To lead to trouble or problems.
    This matter will certainly lead to worries.
    Cette affaire va certainement entraîner des soucis.