Rendant (en. Rendering)

/ʁɑ̃dɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
which produces an effect or result
A rendering act is often necessary to finalize a contract.
Un acte rendant est souvent nécessaire pour finaliser un contrat.
which is being returned or given
The document is in the process of being created and will be rendered shortly.
Le document est en cours de création et sera rendant sous peu.

Etymology

From the verb 'rendre', from Latin 'reddere', meaning 'to give back'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rendering accounts
explaining oneself about one's actions
rendant des comptes
paying a visit
going to see someone
rendant visite

Related Words

render
to stay in one place or to return something
rendre
rendered
state of being rendered or given
rendu

Slang Meanings

to do something quickly
He finished the job in a flash, rendering like a pro.
Il a terminé le boulot en un éclair, rendant comme un pro.
to be boring or disappointing
Frankly, that movie was really disappointing.
Franchement, ce film était vraiment rendant.