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contemplate in French

contemplate in French is contempler, envisager, étudier — contemplate means to think about something carefully and at length; to consider deeply.

contemplate in French

contempler
verb
To look at on all sides or in all its aspects; to view or consider with continued attention; to regard with deliberate care; to meditate on; to study, ponder, or consider.
envisager
verb
To look at on all sides or in all its aspects; to view or consider with continued attention; to regard with deliberate care; to meditate on; to study, ponder, or consider.
étudier
verb
To look at on all sides or in all its aspects; to view or consider with continued attention; to regard with deliberate care; to meditate on; to study, ponder, or consider.

What does "contemplate" mean?

  1. verb To think about something carefully and at length; to consider deeply.
    "He sat by the window, contemplating his next move."
  2. verb To consider something as a possible future action.
    "They are contemplating a move to the countryside."
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contemplate in a sentence

  • He sat by the window, contemplating his next move.
  • She contemplated the painting for several minutes before speaking.
  • They are contemplating a move to the countryside.

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What is "contemplate" in French?

"contemplate" in French is contempler, envisager, étudier. contemplate means: To think about something carefully and at length; to consider deeply.

How do you use "contemplate" in a sentence?

Example: "He sat by the window, contemplating his next move." In French, "contemplate" is contempler, envisager, étudier.

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

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "contemplate": contempler, envisager, étudier.

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