Signifient (en. Mean)

/si.ɲi.fi.jã/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

verb

To express a sense or meaning.

These words mean something very important.

Ces mots signifient quelque chose de très important.

To indicate or represent.

The figures signify an increase in profits.

Les chiffres signifient une augmentation des bénéfices.

To have a particular meaning.

In this context, these symbols mean hope.

Dans ce contexte, ces symboles signifient l'espoir.

From the verb 'signifier', originating from the Latin 'significare', which means 'to signal'.

what it means

the meaning of something

ce que cela signifie

means a lot

to have great importance or value

signifie beaucoup

mean more than words

to involve deep emotions or meanings

signifient plus que des mots

meaning

the thing that is expressed or designated by a word, phrase, or symbol.

signification

to signify

action of indicating a sense or meaning.

signifier

signifying

one who signifies, in linguistics.

signifiant

When something means seriously

When he says 'I am busy', it means he is going out.

Quand il dit 'je suis occupé', ça signifient qu'il va sortir.

Used for exaggerated importance

This gift is not just a thing, it signifies the beginning of our relationship.

Ce cadeau, c'est pas juste un truc, ça signifie le début de notre relation.