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    Pendant (en. During)

    /pɛ̃dɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Jewelry worn around the neck, suspended from a chain or cord.
    She is wearing a pretty silver pendant.
    Elle porte un joli pendant en argent.
    Elements that are suspended.
    The light pendant has fallen.
    Le pendant de la lumière est tombé.
    In the context of clothing, a pendant can be an accessory.
    Her pendant perfectly complements her outfit.
    Son pendentif complète parfaitement sa tenue.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'pendant', form of the verb 'pendre'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    for hours
    for an extended period
    pendant des heures
    in the meantime
    during this period
    pendant ce temps
    during the holidays
    during the holidays
    pendant les vacances

    Related Words

    hang
    To hang something from a support.
    pendre
    suspend
    To hang something in the air.
    suspendre
    pendant
    Jewelry or ornament that is suspended.
    pendentif

    Slang Meanings

    Expression used to denote a person who lets events carry them along.
    He is really hanging around; he does nothing to improve himself.
    Il est vraiment pendant; il ne fait rien pour s'améliorer.
    Indicates an inactive situation or behavior.
    Stop hanging around and take action!
    Arrête d'être pendant et agis!