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    Tenez-vous (en. Hold on)

    [tənɛ vu]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    An order given to someone to stand up or remain in a certain position.
    Stand up straight during the photo.
    Tenez-vous droit pendant la photo.
    A polite expression to instruct someone not to move.
    Stay still while I talk to you.
    Tenez-vous tranquille pendant que je vous parle.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'tenir' in the second person plural of the imperative, with 'vous' as a polite pronoun.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    stay vigilant
    Stay on your guard or be cautious.
    tenez-vous à carreaux
    be ready
    Prepare to act.
    tenez-vous prête
    stay informed
    Stay informed.
    tenez-vous au courant

    Related Words

    to hold
    To maintain or keep something in position.
    tenir
    to position
    To put something in a particular position.
    positionner
    to stabilize
    To make something stable or motionless.
    stabiliser

    Slang Meanings

    Stay still.
    You don't need to move, just hold yourself like that!
    T'as pas besoin de bouger, tient-toi juste comme ça!
    Be on your guard.
    Stay there and be ready!
    Reste là et tiens-toi prêt!