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    Osait (en. Dared)

    /o.zɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To have the courage to do something.
    She dared to defy authority.
    Elle osait défier l'autorité.
    To take the risk of doing something.
    He dared to express himself in front of everyone.
    Il osait s'exprimer devant tout le monde.
    To allow oneself to do something without hesitation.
    No one dared to interrupt him.
    Personne n'osait l'interrompre.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'oseir', derived from Latin 'ausare', which means 'to dare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dare to say
    to have the courage to express oneself
    oser dire
    dare to dream
    to have the audacity to pursue one’s dreams
    oser rêver
    dare to question
    to have the courage to ask questions
    oser questionner

    Related Words

    to dare
    To take the risk of doing something.
    oser
    audacity
    Quality of a person who has the courage to take risks.
    audace
    courage
    Strength of spirit that allows one to face dangers.
    courage

    Slang Meanings

    to have the audacity
    He dared to crash the party without an invitation.
    Il a osé s'incruster à la fête sans invitation.
    to not be afraid
    She dares to address sensitive topics.
    Elle ose aborder des sujets sensibles.