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    Marchèrent (en. Walked)

    /maʁʃɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Indicates the action of moving by using the feet, often moving from one place to another.
    They walked a long time on the road.
    Ils marchèrent longtemps sur la route.
    To advance something, such as a project or a business.
    The negotiations went well this time.
    Les négociations marchèrent bien cette fois-ci.
    To be in agreement, to function as intended.
    Everything went smoothly during the event.
    Tout marcha comme sur des roulettes lors de l'événement.

    Etymology

    The word 'marcher' comes from the Latin 'marcare', which means 'to mark, to advance'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to walk on eggshells
    To act cautiously to avoid problems.
    marcher sur des œufs
    to walk on foot
    To move by walking without a vehicle.
    marcher à pied
    to walk straight
    To act honestly and straightforwardly.
    marcher droit

    Related Words

    walk
    Action of walking or strolling.
    marche
    walker
    A person who walks.
    marcheur
    walking frame
    A small device to assist with walking.
    marchette
    approach
    Process or manner of doing something.
    démarche

    Slang Meanings

    To move quickly.
    He walked at full speed to not miss the bus.
    Il a marché à toute allure pour ne pas rater le bus.
    To make efforts to ensure something succeeds.
    He has been working hard on his project for months.
    Il marche pour son projet depuis des mois.