Recueillie (en. Collected)

[ʁe.kœj.i]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which has been gathered, taken into account.
The information gathered during the investigation is crucial.
Les informations recueillies lors de l'enquête sont cruciales.
Which is calm and contemplative.
She was in a collected state of mind after her meditation.
Elle était dans un état d'esprit recueilli après sa méditation.

Etymology

From the verb recueillir, from the Latin 'recollectare' meaning 'to gather'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

that can be collected
Which can be assembled or collected.
pouvant être recueillie
gather testimonies
Collecting statements from people.
recueillir des témoignages

Related Words

gather
To take or gather something.
recueillir
harvest
Collecting the products of a harvest.
récolter
amass
Gathering objects or information.
amasser

Slang Meanings

Taking time for oneself
After this busy week, I need to collect myself a bit.
Après cette semaine chargée, j'ai besoin de me recueillir un peu.
Being in one's bubble
He collected himself in his thoughts during the meeting.
Il s'est recueilli dans ses pensées pendant la réunion.