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bestow in French

bestow in French is consacrer, conférer, accorder — bestow means to give something formally or ceremonially, often as an honour.

bestow in French

consacrer
verb
To apply or make use of (someone or something); to employ, to use.
conférer
verb
To impart (something) gratuitously; to present (something) to someone or something, especially as a gift or an honour; to confer, to give, to accord; to render.
accorder
verb
To impart (something) gratuitously; to present (something) to someone or something, especially as a gift or an honour; to confer, to give, to accord; to render.
consacrer
verb
To impart (something) gratuitously; to present (something) to someone or something, especially as a gift or an honour; to confer, to give, to accord; to render.
décerner
verb
To impart (something) gratuitously; to present (something) to someone or something, especially as a gift or an honour; to confer, to give, to accord; to render.
remettre
verb
To impart (something) gratuitously; to present (something) to someone or something, especially as a gift or an honour; to confer, to give, to accord; to render.
disposer de
verb
To place or put (someone or something) somewhere or in a certain situation; to dispose of.

What does "bestow" mean?

  1. verb To give something formally or ceremonially, often as an honour.
    "The university bestowed an honorary degree on the retiring professor."

bestow in a sentence

  • The university bestowed an honorary degree on the retiring professor.
  • The king bestowed a title on the loyal knight.

Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "bestow" in French?

"bestow" in French is consacrer, conférer, accorder. bestow means: To give something formally or ceremonially, often as an honour.

How do you use "bestow" in a sentence?

Example: "The university bestowed an honorary degree on the retiring professor." In French, "bestow" is consacrer, conférer, accorder.

Are there other ways to say "bestow" in French?

Yes — French has 6 translations listed for "bestow": consacrer, conférer, accorder, décerner, remettre, disposer de.

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