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    Rends (en. Return)

    /ʁɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To return something to someone.
    He returns the book to the library.
    Il rend le livre à la bibliothèque.
    To produce an effect or result.
    This music makes people happy.
    Cette musique rend les gens heureux.
    To make become.
    This decision makes him sad.
    Cette décision le rend triste.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'reddere', meaning to give back or return.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to do a favor
    To do something to help someone.
    rendre service
    go to
    Go to a specified place.
    rends-toi
    to account
    To provide an explanation or a report.
    rendre compte

    Related Words

    rendered
    The act of returning something.
    rendu
    rendering
    Participated in the verb to give back.
    rendant
    restitution
    The act of returning something to its owner.
    restitution

    Slang Meanings

    To return the favor.
    He lent me money, I will return the favor soon.
    Il m'a prêté de l'argent, je vais lui rendre la pareille bientôt.
    To drive someone crazy.
    This movie makes me crazy with happiness.
    Ce film me rend fou de bonheur.