fondre
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., éternuer.).
intransitive verb
a. to melt
Il a fait chaud aujourd'hui et toute la neige a fondu.It was hot today, and the snow all melted.
a. to melt
Tu dois faire fondre le beurre avant de l’ajouter à la pâte.You need to melt the butter before adding it to the dough.
a. to dissolve
Le sucre a fondu dans mon café après que je l'ai remué un peu.The sugar dissolved in my coffee after I stirred it a little.
4.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
(to be moved)
a. to melt
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
Mon cœur fond quand je pense à l'amour entre mes grands-parents.My heart melts when I think about the love between my grandparents.
5.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
(to lessen)
a. to melt away
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
L'enthousiasme de Thomas a commencé à fondre aux premières difficultés.Thomas's enthusiasm began to melt away with the first difficulties.
a. to swoop down on
L’aigle a vite fondu sur sa proie.The eagle quickly swooped down on its prey.
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., acheter).
transitive verb
a. to melt
Le pâtissier a fondu du chocolat pour terminer les éclairs.The pastry chef melted some chocolate to finish the éclairs.
a. to cast
Notre usine a fondu ces petites cloches il y a plus de 100 ans.Our factory cast these little bells over 100 years ago.
b. to found
Le joaillier a fondu les breloques en argent.The jeweler founded the silver charms.
9.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
(to combine)
a. to merge
La compositrice a fondu ensemble différents genres de musique.The composer merged different genres of music together.
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