Procède (en. Process)

/pʁo.se.d/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Method or way of doing something.
The manufacturing process of this product is complex.
Le procède de fabrication de ce produit est complexe.
The means by which an action is carried out.
His method for solving the problem was very effective.
Son procède pour résoudre le problème était très efficace.
verb
To act according to a method or process.
He proceeds cautiously in his decisions.
Il procède avec prudence dans ses décisions.
To advance, to develop according to a course.
The discussion is proceeding slowly toward a conclusion.
La discussion procède lentement vers une conclusion.

Etymology

From Latin 'procedere' meaning to advance, to move forward.

Common Phrases and Expressions

proceed step by step
To advance gradually in a process.
procéder par étapes
proceed with an examination
To carry out an assessment or control.
procéder à un examen
without proceeding with formalities
To act without following established rules.
sans procéder à des formalités

Related Words

procedure
Set of steps to follow to accomplish a task.
procédure
process
Sequence of actions or related events.
processus
development
Gradual advancement of a project or an idea.
développement

Slang Meanings

Just do as you want, without following rules.
He takes his time and proceeds in his own way.
Il prend son temps et procède à sa manière.
To act quickly in a situation.
In that case, proceed quickly!
Dans ce cas, procède vite !