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    L'envoya (en. Sent it)

    /lɑ̃vwa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    The action of sending something to a recipient.
    He sent it to his friend by post.
    Il l'envoya à son ami par la poste.
    To send a message or information.
    She sent him a text to confirm the appointment.
    Elle l'envoya un text pour confirmer le rendez-vous.
    The action of sending someone to a place or on a mission.
    The teacher sent him on a mission to find resources.
    Le professeur l'envoya en mission pour chercher des ressources.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'envoyer', derived from the Latin 'inviare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to send someone packing
    To ignore or reject someone or something.
    l'envoyer balader

    Related Words

    shipment
    The action of making something depart.
    envoi
    expedition
    Sending goods by transport.
    expédition
    messenger
    A person who carries news or messages.
    messager

    Slang Meanings

    To tell someone to take a hike
    He sent her packing when she asked for help.
    Il l'a envoyé promener quand elle a demandé de l'aide.
    To tell someone to shove it
    When he spoke to her badly, she told him to shove it.
    Quand il lui a parlé mal, elle l'a envoyé chier.