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    Ramassé (en. Picked up)

    ʁamase

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That which has been gathered or collected.
    The leaves collected in the garden are put in a bag.
    Les feuilles ramassées dans le jardin sont mises dans un sac.
    Refers to a person who is very focused on their work.
    He is very focused when it comes to finishing his project.
    Il est très ramassé quand il s'agit de finir son projet.
    Reserved, with a certain austerity.
    His collected attitude impresses his colleagues.
    Son attitude ramassée impressionne ses collègues.

    Etymology

    The word 'ramassé' comes from the verb 'ramasser', which means to gather things.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to pick up the crumbs
    to gather the remains or small abandoned things.
    ramasser les miettes
    to collect points
    to accumulate advantages or gains in a competition.
    ramasser des points
    to pick up the pieces
    to face the consequences of a difficult event.
    ramasser les morceaux

    Related Words

    ramasser
    Action of gathering or collecting objects.
    ramasser
    récolter
    To collect fruits or agricultural products.
    récolter
    rassembler
    To bring together people or things.
    rassembler

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a difficult situation.
    After the party, he was really worn out.
    Après la fête, il était vraiment ramassé.
    To look tired or worn out.
    After a long journey, she looked worn out.
    Après un long trajet, elle avait l'air ramassée.