Signaler (en. Report)

[siɲa.le]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
Indicate something to someone.
He reported the problem to the manager.
Il a signalé le problème au responsable.
Warn of the presence of something.
The sign indicates a danger on the road.
Le panneau signale un danger sur la route.
Make a notification or a report.
She reported her absence at school.
Elle a signalé son absence à l'école.
Draw attention to something.
He expressed his interest in the position.
Il a signalé son intérêt pour le poste.

Etymology

From the Latin 'signale', related to the word 'signal'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

report a problem
Inform about the existence of an issue.
signaler un problème
report the presence
Make known that something or someone is present.
signaler la présence
report an accident
Announce that an incident has occurred.
signaler un accident

Related Words

signal
A visual or auditory indicator.
signal
signaling
The set of signs and signals.
signalisation
meaning
The meaning or value of a word or sign.
signification

Slang Meanings

Alert someone about an urgent situation.
He reported the surprise party to everyone.
Il a signalé la fête surprise à tous.
Quickly let someone know important news.
You should inform your friends about this offer.
Tu devrais signaler cette offre à tes amis.