Poser (en. To set down)

/po.ze/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

verb

To place something in a specific location.

He placed the book on the table.

Il a posé le livre sur la table.

To pretend, to simulate.

She poses as a model.

Elle pose en tant que mannequin.

To ask a question or submit an issue.

She asked a pertinent question during the meeting.

Elle a posé une question pertinente lors de la réunion.

The word 'poser' comes from the Latin 'pausare', meaning 'to pause'.

to stand someone up

Not showing up for an appointment without warning.

poser un lapin

to ask questions

Making inquiries to obtain information.

poser des questions

to pose a solution

Implementing a response or plan for a problem.

poser solution

to use one's voice

Adjusting one's voice for a specific context, often in singing or theater.

poser sa voix

to deposit

To place something somewhere, often referring to assistance or formalities.

déposer

to ask a question

To submit a question to receive an answer.

poser une question

to compose

To create or assemble something, often used in the context of music or literary works.

composer

To show off, to give oneself style.

He thinks he's super cool, but he's just posing.

Il se croit super cool, mais il ne fait que poser.

To present oneself without being authentic.

Don't be a poser, be true to yourself.

Ne sois pas un poseur, sois vrai avec toi-même.