J'entrai (en. I entered)

/ʒɑ̃tʁɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
The action of entering a place or situation.
I entered the room with hesitation.
J'entrai dans la salle avec hésitation.
The act of including someone in a group or activity.
I joined the soccer team this year.
J'entrai dans l'équipe de foot cette année.
Entry into a state or condition.
I entered a new phase of my life.
J'entrai dans une nouvelle phase de ma vie.

Etymology

From the verb 'entraîner' derived from Old French 'entrer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I entered into the dance.
I became involved in a situation.
j'entrai dans la danse
I sprang into action.
I started to act or react.
j'entrai en action

Related Words

entrer
The action of penetrating a place.
entrer
intégrer
Incorporate or include something or someone into a set.
intégrer
incorporer
Merge or integrate into a whole.
incorporer

Slang Meanings

To get involved in something.
When he saw the opportunity, he said: 'I jumped right in!'
Quand il a vu l'opportunité, il a dit : 'J'entrai direct !'
To actively participate in an activity.
The event is looking good, I got straight to the point!
L'événement s'annonce bien, j'entrai dans le vif du sujet !