Prêtant (en. Lending)

/pʁe.tɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

refers to something that is given or made available.

A lending person often helps their friends.

Une personne prêtante aide souvent ses amis.

that behaves in a way to provide assistance or support.

He is very lending, always ready to help.

Il est très prêtant, toujours prêt à aider.

Derived from the verb 'prêter', from the Latin 'praestare' which means 'to provide'.

lend a helping hand

help someone with a difficult task.

prêter main-forte

lend an ear

listen attentively.

prêter l'oreille

pay attention

be attentive to something.

prêter attention

loan

sum of money granted to a borrower.

prêt

lender

person who lends money.

prêteur

nice to others

She is really lending, always there for her friends.

Elle est vraiment prêtante, toujours là pour ses amis.

generous enough to lend without hesitation

This man is very lending, he will lend his bike to anyone who needs it.

Cet homme est très prêtant, il prêtera son vélo à qui en a besoin.