Resterait (en. Would remain)

/ʁɛstəʁɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
Expresses an action of remaining in a place or situation.
If he had known, he would stay at home.
S'il avait su, il resterait chez lui.
Suggests a hypothesis or future possibility.
If I could choose, I would stay here.
Si je pouvais choisir, je resterais ici.
Indicates a state that extends over time.
In this state, he would remain calm.
Dans cet état, il resterait calme.

Etymology

From the verb 'rester' with the conditional conjugation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stay in touch
Maintain regular communication.
rester en contact
stick to one's positions
Not change one's mind.
rester sur ses positions
stay away
Avoid getting involved.
rester à l'écart

Related Words

to stay
Action of remaining in a place.
rester
to ask
To make a request to obtain something.
demander
to choose
To opt for one option among several.
choisir

Slang Meanings

Hang around
I'm going to hang around to see you.
Je vais rester dans le coin pour te voir.
Stay cool
He always tries to stay cool even under pressure.
Il essaye toujours de rester cool même sous pression.