Sont (en. Are)

/sɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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verb

Indicates the state or existence of multiple subjects.

They are happy with the result.

Ils sont contents du résultat.

Used to make statements about plural subjects.

The books are on the table.

Les livres sont sur la table.

Shows a condition or characteristic in plural.

The children are calm.

Les enfants sont calmes.

From the verb 'to be' in Old French.

They are gone

They left the place.

Ils sont partis

The others are here

The other people are present.

Les autres sont là

Everyone agrees

All members accept the opinion.

Tous sont d'accord

to be

State verb that expresses existence or situation.

être

being

Present participle of the verb 'to be'.

étant

state

Condition or situation of something.

état

Used to describe a group of people.

Those people are too cool.

Ces gens-là sont trop cools.

Expression to indicate that someone is present.

My team, are you there?

Mon équipe, vous êtes là ?