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    Mettrait (en. Would put)

    /mɛtʁɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To place something in a specific location.
    He would put the book on the table.
    Il mettrait le livre sur la table.
    To apply or impose something.
    She would put a strict rule in place.
    Elle mettrait une règle stricte en place.
    To establish a relationship or contact.
    He would dot the i's and cross the t's during the discussion.
    Il mettrait les points sur les i lors de la discussion.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'mettre', of Latin origin 'mittĕre'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to fine-tune
    To develop or improve something.
    mettre au point
    to implement
    To put into practice or start a project.
    mettre en œuvre
    to pitch in
    To actively participate in a task.
    mettre la main à la pâte

    Related Words

    to put
    Basic verb meaning to place or set down.
    mettre
    put
    Past participle of the verb put.
    mis
    putting
    Present participle of the verb put.
    mettant

    Slang Meanings

    To make something accessible or available.
    He would put the information online for everyone.
    Il mettrait les infos en ligne pour tout le monde.
    To entrust or delegate a task.
    She would put the responsibility on her colleagues.
    Elle mettrait la responsabilité sur ses collègues.