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    Gardera (en. Will keep)

    /ɡaʁ.de.ʁa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To maintain something safely or under control.
    She will watch the kids while we go out.
    Elle gardera les enfants pendant que nous sortons.
    To preserve or protect something.
    He will cherish this family book.
    Il gardera précieusement ce livre de famille.
    To keep in mind or not forget.
    I hope you will keep our memories in mind.
    J'espère que tu garderas nos souvenirs en tête.
    To monitor or take care of something.
    He will take care of the house during our vacation.
    Il gardera la maison pendant nos vacances.

    Etymology

    From the French verb 'garder', which comes from the Latin 'guardare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    listen to someone's advice
    Following someone's recommendations regarding caution or choice.
    écouter les conseils de quelqu'un
    keep smiling
    Staying positive despite difficulties.
    garder le sourire
    keep one's distance
    Staying physically or emotionally distant.
    garder ses distances
    keep calm
    Remaining serene in a stressful situation.
    garder son calme
    keep a secret
    Not revealing confidential information.
    garder un secret

    Related Words

    guard
    Action or condition of keeping something.
    garde
    wardrobe
    Closet or place where clothing is kept.
    garderobe
    guardian
    Person responsible for protecting something.
    gardien
    safeguarding
    Action of monitoring or keeping something.
    gardiennage

    Slang Meanings

    To keep in the context of friendship.
    He will keep our friendship intact despite the distance.
    Il va garder notre amitié intacte malgré la distance.
    To protect something important.
    He keeps his heart closed after that breakup.
    Il garde son cœur fermé après cette rupture.