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    Prends (en. Take)

    /prɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To seize something.
    I take a book from the table.
    Je prends un livre sur la table.
    To receive or accept something.
    He is taking the train tomorrow.
    Il prend le train demain.
    To adopt an attitude or a decision.
    She is taking her time to think.
    Elle prend son temps pour réfléchir.
    To consume or use something.
    They have a coffee after the meal.
    Ils prennent un café après le repas.

    Etymology

    The origin of the word 'prends' comes from the Latin verb 'prendere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take one's time
    To act slowly, not to rush.
    prendre son temps
    to take the bus
    To use public transport by bus.
    prendre le bus
    to take the floor
    To start speaking or expressing oneself.
    prendre la parole
    to take care
    To pay attention, to be vigilant.
    prendre garde

    Related Words

    to take
    Verb in the infinitive meaning to seize or obtain.
    prendre
    taken
    Past participle of the verb take.
    pris
    taking
    Present participle of the verb take.
    prenant

    Slang Meanings

    To take a risk.
    He takes unnecessary risks with his health.
    Il prend des risques inutiles avec sa santé.
    To take up space.
    This project really takes up space in my schedule.
    Ce projet prend vraiment de la place dans mon emploi du temps.
    To take the head (to bother someone).
    Don't bother me with your problems.
    Ne me prends pas la tête avec tes problèmes.