Met (en. Puts)
/mɛ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To place something in a location.
He places the key on the table.
Il met la clé sur la table.
To bring or introduce something into a situation.
She often adds water to the tea.
Elle met souvent de l'eau dans le thé.
To make someone carry something.
He puts on his coat before going out.
Il met son manteau avant de sortir.
To establish a certain state or level.
He sets the music to a high volume.
Il met la musique à un volume élevé.
Etymology
The origin of the word 'met' comes from the verb 'mettre', derived from the Latin 'mittere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
update
To update or revise something.
mettre à jour
highlight
To bring out, to showcase.
mettre en avant
double down
To accelerate work, to intensify efforts.
mettre les bouchées doubles
Related Words
mettre
Infinitive verb meaning to place or install.
mettre
mis
Past participle of the verb mettre.
mis
Slang Meanings
To implement something informally.
He set up a plan without telling anyone.
Il a mis en place un plan sans en parler à personne.
To use a colloquial term to refer to a quick action.
He gave a hand to finish the project.
Il a met un coup de main pour finir le projet.