Voyez (en. See)

/vwa.je/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
The action of perceiving with the eyes.
See how beautiful it is today.
Voyez comme il fait beau aujourd'hui.
To become aware of something or to understand.
Do you see what I mean?
Voyez-vous ce que je veux dire ?
Inviting someone to look or observe.
See the results of the experiment.
Voyez les résultats de l'expérience.

Etymology

From the Latin verb 'videre', meaning 'to see'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

do you see?
Expression often used to check the interlocutor's understanding.
voyez-vous ?
see the bright side of things.
Encouragement to adopt a positive perspective.
voyez le bon côté des choses.
see for yourself.
Inviting someone to directly observe the situation.
voyez par vous-même.

Related Words

see
The action of perceiving with the eyes.
voir
vision
What is perceived by the eyes, the ability to see.
vision
visual
Related to sight or the action of seeing.
visuel

Slang Meanings

Look closely.
See, it's getting interesting now!
Voyez, ça devient intéressant là !
Be aware.
See, you shouldn't be naive in this matter.
Voyez, faut pas être naïf dans cette affaire.