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    Semblait (en. Seemed)

    sɑ̃.blɛ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To express an appearance or impression.
    He seemed happy this morning.
    Il semblait heureux ce matin.
    To be perceived in a certain way.
    She seemed undecided in front of the decision.
    Elle semblait indécise devant la décision.
    To look like, to seem to be.
    They seemed tired after the trip.
    Ils semblaient fatigués après le voyage.
    To give the impression that something is true.
    It seemed that the meeting was going to be canceled.
    Il semblait que la réunion allait être annulée.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'sembler', originating from the Latin 'simulare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    It seemed that...
    Expression used to indicate an impression or appearance.
    Il semblait que...
    It seemed impossible.
    Indicates that something appeared difficult to believe or achieve.
    Cela semblait impossible.
    She seemed worried.
    Means that a person gives the impression of being worried or stressed.
    Elle semblait préoccupée.

    Related Words

    seem
    Basic verb meaning to appear.
    sembler
    relate
    To establish a link of appearance or resemblance.
    apparenter
    resemble
    To have a certain similarity or appearance.
    ressembler

    Slang Meanings

    To look like.
    That guy seems really nice.
    Ce mec, il semble vraiment sympa.
    To give oneself a style.
    She's putting on a show, it seems a bit forced.
    Elle se la joue, ça semble un peu forcé.