Suspendues (en. Suspended)
/sus.pɑ̃.dy/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
That which is suspended, that is not fixed.
The suspended lights create a warm atmosphere.
Les lumières suspendues créent une ambiance chaleureuse.
That which is pending, in a state of uncertainty.
The project is suspended until further notice.
Le projet est suspendu jusqu'à nouvel ordre.
That which is paused or interrupted.
Classes are suspended due to the strike.
Les cours sont suspendus en raison de la grève.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'suspend', from the Latin 'suspendere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to suspend judgment
To put a decision on hold.
suspendre le jugement
to suspend activities
To temporarily stop activities.
suspendre les activités
Related Words
to suspend
To interrupt, to put on hold.
suspendre
suspension
State or action of being suspended.
suspension
Slang Meanings
To be in a blur, without certainty.
He has been on hold since he lost his job.
Il est en mode suspendu depuis qu'il a perdu son emploi.
To be in an unstable situation.
His relationship is suspended; he doesn't know what to think about it.
Sa relation est suspendue, il ne sait pas quoi en penser.