Posés (en. Posed)
/po.zɛ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
That has been placed or put in position.
The books are placed on the table.
Les livres sont posés sur la table.
Calm, tranquil, particularly in the context of attitude.
He is very composed when he speaks in public.
Il est très posé quand il parle en public.
On a ground or surface, stable and motionless.
The furniture is well arranged in the room.
Les meubles sont bien posés dans la pièce.
Etymology
From the verb 'poser', which means to put something in place.
Common Phrases and Expressions
To ask a question
To ask something of someone.
poser une question
To be calm
To be calm or serene.
être posé
To pose a problem
To present a difficulty or an obstacle.
poser un problème
Related Words
To pose
To put something in a position.
poser
To deposit
To place something, often in a specific location.
déposer
To impose
To force to accept something.
imposer
To suppose
To admit something as a condition.
supposer
Slang Meanings
To have a relaxed or serene attitude.
He always remains composed even in stressful situations.
Il est toujours posé même dans les situations stressantes.
To be in a thoughtful mindset.
She needs time to stay calm before making a decision.
Elle a besoin de temps pour rester posée avant de prendre une décision.