Posées (en. Posed)

/po.zɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The act of placing something.
The placements must be precise to ensure the solidity of the construction.
Les posées doivent être précises pour assurer la solidité de la construction.
Placing an item on a surface.
The placements of the concrete blocks are completed.
Les posées des blocs de béton sont terminées.
verb
Form of the verb 'poser' in the past participle.
The furniture items have been placed in the living room.
Les éléments de mobilier ont été posées dans le salon.

Etymology

Comes from the verb 'poser', which means to put something in a stable position.

Common Phrases and Expressions

placed on the table
To put something like a book or an object on the table.
posée sur la table
to make placements
To carry out an installation or setup.
faire posées
placed with care
Set up with delicacy and attention.
posées avec soin

Related Words

to pose
To put something in a stable position.
poser
position
Specific place or location.
position
installation
The action of setting something up.
installation

Slang Meanings

Refers to things that are set aside without much importance.
These objections are merely placed, they change nothing about the decision.
Ces objections ne sont que des posées, elles ne changent rien à la décision.
Expresses a situation where something is installed or set up informally.
The tables and chairs are placed on the terrace for the party.
Les tables et chaises sont posées sur la terrasse pour la fête.