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    Présents (en. Present)

    /pʁe.zɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Items given to another person, often during an event like a birthday or Christmas.
    She received beautiful presents for her birthday.
    Elle a reçu de beaux présents pour son anniversaire.
    Availability or presence of a person in a location.
    Her presence at the meeting was essential.
    Sa présence à la réunion était essentielle.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'to present' which means to show or offer.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give presents
    To offer items to someone.
    faire des présents
    birthday presents
    Gifts given for a birthday.
    présents d'anniversaire
    Christmas presents
    Gifts given during the Christmas holidays.
    présents de Noël

    Related Words

    gift
    An item given to someone for various occasions.
    cadeau
    offering
    Something given as an act of devotion.
    offrande
    donation
    An item or service offered without expectation of return.
    don

    Slang Meanings

    Highly anticipated or valued gifts.
    These presents were the best at the whole party.
    Ces présents, c'était le meilleur dans toute la fête.
    Surprises or unexpected items given.
    The last-minute presents made all the difference.
    Les présents de dernière minute ont fait toute la différence.