se détendant
Present participle of se détendre.

se détendre

se détendre
A pronominal verb always uses a reflexive pronoun (e.g., se lever).
pronominal verb
1.
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 rest)
a. to relax
Quand je suis en vacances, j’aime me détendre et oublier tous mes soucis.When I'm on vacation, I like to relax and forget about all my worries.
b. to unwind
Nadine se détend après le travail avec un bain chaud et un bon livre.Nadine unwinds after work with a hot bath and a good book.
a. to loosen up
Mes muscles se sont détendus après les étirements.My muscles loosened up after stretching.
b. to slacken
Ma ligne de pêche s’est détendue, alors j’ai compris que le poisson s’était échappé.My fishing line slackened, so I knew the fish had gotten away.
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