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    Semer (en. Sow)

    [səme]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To spread seeds in the soil with the aim of producing plants.
    He sowed carrots in his garden.
    Il a semé des carottes dans son jardin.
    To set in motion ideas or feelings that can gradually develop.
    She sows doubts in the minds of her colleagues.
    Elle sème des doutes dans l'esprit de ses collègues.
    To spread something negative.
    He sows discord among his friends.
    Il sème la discorde parmi ses amis.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'seminare', which means 'to sow'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to sow discord
    To cause disruptions or tensions.
    semer le trouble
    to spread the good word
    To spread positive or encouraging ideas.
    semer la bonne parole
    to sow chaos
    To cause total disorganization.
    semer le chaos

    Related Words

    seed
    Seed to be planted.
    semence
    crop
    Set of agricultural practices.
    culture
    planting
    The act of putting plants into the ground.
    plantation

    Slang Meanings

    To rise in the social hierarchy.
    He managed to sow strife in his company.
    Il a réussi à semer dans son entreprise.
    To create problems or conflicts.
    She only sows chaos around her.
    Elle ne fait que semer autour d'elle.