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    Fendre (en. Split)

    /fɑ̃dʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To divide something into two parts by a blow or force.
    He split the wood with his axe.
    Il a fendu le bois avec sa hache.
    To separate or tear under pressure.
    The ice eventually cracked under the weight.
    La glace a fini par fendre sous le poids.
    Figuratively, to create a difference or separation.
    Diverging opinions split the group.
    Les opinions divergentes ont fendu le groupe.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'fendere', which means 'to divide' or 'to split'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to break the armor
    To reveal one's emotions or show vulnerability.
    fendre l'armure
    to split the air
    To move quickly through the air.
    fendre l'air
    to cleave the night
    To illuminate the night, often referring to a vehicle.
    fendre la nuit

    Related Words

    split
    Part of something that has been split.
    fendu
    fissured
    Which has cracks or fissures.
    fendillé
    splitter
    One who splits or divides something.
    fendeur

    Slang Meanings

    To be very happy or enthusiastic.
    He was thrilled after hearing the good news.
    Il était fendu après avoir appris la bonne nouvelle.
    To tease someone in a friendly manner.
    They started to tease about his singing talents.
    Ils ont commencé à fendre sur ses talents de chanteur.