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    Offrir (en. To offer)

    /ɔ.fʁiʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Giving something as a sign of generosity or friendship.
    He decided to offer flowers to his mother.
    Il a décidé d'offrir des fleurs à sa mère.
    Proposing something to someone.
    We are going to offer coffee to our guests.
    Nous allons offrir un café à nos invités.
    Presenting a product for sale.
    The store will offer a special discount this week.
    La boutique va offrir une remise spéciale cette semaine.
    Making something available.
    The manager offered training to the employees.
    Le directeur a offert une formation aux employés.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'offerre', composed of 'ob-' (in front of) and 'ferre' (to bring).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to offer a gift
    Giving an object as a demonstration of affection or friendship.
    offrir un cadeau
    to offer flowers
    Presenting flowers, usually as a sign of apology or love.
    offrir des fleurs
    to offer one's help
    Offering assistance to someone.
    offrir son aide
    to offer a service
    Making available a job or a skill for someone.
    offrir un service

    Related Words

    gift
    An object given for pleasure without expecting anything in return.
    cadeau
    donation
    The act of giving, often without expecting a quid pro quo.
    don
    presentation
    The act of showing or announcing something.
    présentation

    Slang Meanings

    Offering a service for free.
    He decided to offer his help for the move.
    Il a décidé d'offrir son aide pour le déménagement.
    Making a friendly gesture without expecting anything in return.
    She offered a smile to everyone she met.
    Elle a offert un sourire à tous ceux qu'elle a croisés.