Fournissait (en. Provided)

/fuʁ.ni.sɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To give or supply something.
He provided valuable information.
Il fournissait des informations précieuses.
To ensure that something is accessible.
This company supplied office supplies.
Cette entreprise fournissait des fournitures de bureau.
To make available.
The store provided various products to its customers.
Le magasin fournissait divers produits à ses clients.

Etymology

Comes from the verb 'fournir' which is derived from the Latin 'furnire' meaning 'to supply.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

provide a service
Offer a service to someone.
fournir un service
provide evidence
Bring elements that attest to a reality.
fournir des preuves
provide solutions
Propose answers to a problem.
fournir des solutions

Related Words

supplier
Person or company that provides goods or services.
fournisseur
supply
Item or resource that is provided.
fourniture
provide
Action of procuring or giving something.
fournir

Slang Meanings

Provide info
He provided info like a pro.
Il fournissait de l'info comme un pro.
Provide the right addresses
She always knows where to provide the right addresses.
Elle sait toujours où fournir les bonnes adresses.