sets

language: fr

definitions

  1. noun
    A collection of distinct objects, considered as an object in its own right.
    fr: ensemble
  2. noun
    A group of similar things that belong together or are used together.
    fr: jeu
  3. noun
    The scenery and props used for a play, film, or television program.
    fr: décor
  4. noun
    A division of a match in tennis, volleyball, or other games.
    fr: manche
  5. verb
    Third person singular present tense of 'set': to put, lay, or stand something in a specified place or position.
    fr: pose
  6. verb
    Third person singular present tense of 'set': to establish or decide on something.
    fr: fixe
  7. verb
    Third person singular present tense of 'set': (of the sun, moon, or another celestial body) to disappear below the horizon.
    fr: se couche
  8. verb
    Third person singular present tense of 'set': to harden into a solid or semi-solid state.
    fr: prend

examples

  1. The set of all prime numbers is infinite.

    L'ensemble de tous les nombres premiers est infini.

  2. She bought a new set of kitchen knives.

    Elle a acheté un nouveau jeu de couteaux de cuisine.

  3. The actors waited on the set for the director's cue.

    Les acteurs attendaient sur le décor le signal du réalisateur.

  4. He won the first set but lost the second.

    Il a gagné la première manche mais a perdu la deuxième.

  5. She sets the table for dinner every evening.

    Elle met la table pour le dîner chaque soir.

  6. The committee sets the rules for the competition.

    Le comité fixe les règles de la compétition.

  7. The sun sets in the west.

    Le soleil se couche à l'ouest.

  8. The concrete sets quickly in hot weather.

    Le béton prend rapidement par temps chaud.