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    Retiens (en. Hold on)

    /ʁə.tjɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To have in mind, to keep in memory.
    Remember these tips well for the future.
    Retiens bien ces conseils pour l'avenir.
    To take care not to let something slip away.
    You need to receive everything you can, so remember the important information.
    Il faut que tu reçoives tout ce que tu peux, alors retiens les informations importantes.
    To maintain something, to prevent it from escaping.
    Keep your emotions in check when you speak in public.
    Retiens tes émotions quand tu parles en public.

    Etymology

    From the Latin verb 'retinere', which means 'to retain'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Remember that!
    Keep this in mind!
    Retiens ça !
    Remember these words!
    Memorize these words!
    Retiens ces mots !
    Remember well!
    Don't forget!
    Retiens bien !

    Related Words

    retenir
    The action of keeping something.
    retenir
    maintenir
    Ensuring that something remains in a position.
    maintenir
    souvenir
    Memorizing a past event.
    souvenir

    Slang Meanings

    Remember.
    Remember that for later.
    Retiens ça pour plus tard.
    Don't let yourself be distracted.
    Remember what is important.
    Retiens ce qui est important.