Montées (en. Climbs)

/mɔ̃.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Action of rising or the result of this action.
The rises have increased with the arrival of spring.
Les montées se sont accentuées avec l'arrivée du printemps.
The opposite of descents, indicating a higher level.
The rises in temperatures are concerning.
Les montées des températures sont préoccupantes.
verb
To rise to a place or within a hierarchy.
He climbs the stairs quickly.
Il monte les escaliers rapidement.

Etymology

From the verb 'to rise' with the suffix -ée indicating the action or the result.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rise in power
Increase in strength or dominance.
montée en puissance
rise in prices
Increase in the costs of goods or services.
montée des prix
political rise
Ascension of an individual in the political hierarchy.
montée politique

Related Words

to rise
To move upwards.
monter
ascending
Who rises or progresses.
ascendant
to elevate
To increase in height or level.
élever

Slang Meanings

Alert to a strong increase.
Watch out, this will lead to rises!
Attention, ça finira par des montées !
A rush of adrenaline.
This experience gave me rises!
Cette expérience m'a donné des montées !