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    S'informa (en. Inquired)

    /sɛ ɛ̃.fɔʁ.ma/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To seek information or news about a particular subject.
    He inquired about the train schedules.
    Il s'informa sur les horaires des trains.
    To become aware of a situation or event.
    She asked about the weather conditions before leaving.
    Elle s'informa des conditions météo avant de partir.
    To ask for details to better understand.
    They inquired with the authorities about the safety rules.
    Ils se sont informés auprès des autorités concernant les règles de sécurité.

    Etymology

    The verb 's'informer' comes from the Latin 'informare', which means 'to give form, to teach'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to inquire about
    to inquire about something.
    s'informer sur
    to inform oneself in advance
    to obtain information beforehand.
    s'informer à l'avance
    to get news
    to stay informed about recent events.
    s'informer des nouvelles

    Related Words

    information
    Data or information about a fact or subject.
    information
    intelligence
    A hint or indication given to clarify a situation.
    renseignement
    knowledge
    Understanding or familiarity with a subject.
    connaissance

    Slang Meanings

    To stay updated
    You always have to inform yourself to not miss anything.
    Il faut toujours s'informer pour ne rien rater.
    To be sorry
    He always keeps himself informed, he's always on the lookout for gossip.
    Lui, il s'informe tout le temps, il est toujours à l'affût des potins.