Suive (en. Follow)
[sɥiv]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To lead or accompany someone or something.
I hope he follows the instructions well.
Je souhaite qu'il suive bien les instructions.
To be or become the continuation of something.
This situation needs to follow a positive development.
Il faut que cette situation suive une évolution positive.
Etymology
The word comes from the Latin 'sequi', which means to follow.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to follow the movement
To participate in something by following the trend.
suivre le mouvement
to follow in the footsteps
To imitate or follow others' examples.
suivre les traces
to follow a path
To pursue a path, direction, or specific goal.
suivre une voie
Related Words
suivre
To maintain continuity or contact with.
suivre
suivi
The act of staying on the same path or checking progress.
suivi
suivant
That which comes after, which follows in order.
suivant
Slang Meanings
To follow something closely.
He always follows the latest gossip.
Il suive toujours le dernier potin.
To be on the lookout for news.
She follows fashion trends on Instagram.
Elle suive les tendances mode sur Instagram.