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    Montent (en. Rise)

    /mɔ̃tɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To move to a higher point.
    They are going up the stairs.
    Ils montent les escaliers.
    To increase or rise.
    Prices rise every year.
    Les prix montent chaque année.
    To be behaving pretentiously or arrogantly.
    He gets on his high horse.
    Il monte sur ses grands chevaux.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'monter', from the Latin 'montare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be promoted
    To obtain a promotion or a higher position.
    monter en grade
    to hatch a plot
    To organize a scheme or a trick.
    monter un coup
    to get on one's high horse
    To behave arrogantly.
    monter sur ses grands chevaux

    Related Words

    to climb
    Referring to the action of moving to a higher level.
    monter
    ascent
    Action of climbing or a pathway leading to a higher place.
    montée
    mountaineer
    Related to mountains or mountain life.
    montagnard

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a state of excitement or pleasure.
    After the party, he was buzzed.
    Après la fête, il était monté.
    To feel on cloud nine, very happy.
    She was elated after receiving that compliment.
    Elle est montée après avoir reçu ce compliment.