Parut (en. Appeared)
/pa.ʁy/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To appear, to manifest.
Suddenly, a cloud appeared on the horizon.
Brusquement, un nuage parut à l'horizon.
To become evident or clear.
It seemed that he was tired after his long day.
Il parut qu'il était fatigué après sa longue journée.
To be perceived by someone.
He appeared happy to see his friends.
Il parut heureux en voyant ses amis.
Etymology
The verb 'paraitre' comes from the Latin 'pāreō', which means 'to appear, to be visible'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
seemed evident
Became clear or manifest.
parut évident
appeared like a dream
Appeared in an unreal or fantastic way.
parut comme un rêve
appeared in the media
Has been reported or mentioned in the news.
parut dans les médias
Related Words
appear
In the sense of becoming visible or perceptible.
apparaître
manifest
To show or make something known.
manifester
emerge
To show oneself or surface.
émerger
Slang Meanings
When something suddenly appears in a situation.
He seemed like a shooting star as soon as we needed him.
Il a parut comme une étoile filante dès qu'on a besoin de lui.
Used to describe an unexpected return.
She appeared after several months without giving any news.
Elle est parut après plusieurs mois sans donner de nouvelles.