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    Levai (en. Raised)

    /lə.vɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To lift or distance something.
    He raised the flag at the top of the mast.
    Il a levé le drapeau au sommet du mât.
    To make something rise.
    She raises the bars of the window.
    Elle lève les barres de la fenêtre.
    To increase a state or condition.
    He raises his hands to attract attention.
    Il lève les mains pour attirer l'attention.

    Etymology

    The origin of the word 'levai' comes from the Latin 'levare', which means 'to lift'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to raise a glass
    To propose a toast.
    lever le verre
    to ease off
    To reduce the intensity of an activity.
    lever le pied
    to raise the curtain
    To begin a performance.
    lever le rideau

    Related Words

    raising
    Action of lifting something.
    levée
    to lift
    Verb that means to suffer or to raise.
    lever
    elevation
    Process of rising or increasing.
    élévation

    Slang Meanings

    Get up
    Come on, get up, we’re going for a stroll!
    Allez, lève-toi, on part en balade!
    Pack up
    It’s time to pack up and start our journey.
    Il est temps de lever le camp et de commencer notre voyage.