Sondé (en. Probe)
/sɔ̃.de/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who has been examined or explored using an appropriate instrument.
The surveyed land revealed interesting geological layers.
Le terrain sondé a révélé des couches géologiques intéressantes.
Having undergone an evaluation or measurement.
The opinions of the participants were carefully surveyed.
Les opinions des participants ont été soigneusement sondées.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'to survey,' which means to examine using an instrument.
Common Phrases and Expressions
opinion poll
Process of gathering opinions or assessments from a group.
sondage d'opinion
market survey
Evaluation of consumer preferences and behaviors.
sondage de marché
medical survey
Review or assessment of patients' health conditions.
sondage médical
Related Words
to survey
Verb meaning examined or evaluated.
sonder
survey
Noun referring to the process of examining or evaluating.
sondage
surveyor
Instrument used for surveying or measuring.
sondeur
Slang Meanings
The act of asking for opinions informally.
I surveyed my friends to see if they wanted to go to the party.
J'ai sondé mes amis pour savoir s'ils voulaient aller à la fête.
Survey in the sense of researching someone.
Before going out, he surveyed his intentions.
Avant de sortir, il a sondé ses intentions.