contrive in French
contrive in French is combiner, inventer — contrive means to plan or invent something using skill and cleverness.
contrive in French
combiner
inventer
To invent, to make devices; to form designs especially by improvisation.
What does "contrive" mean?
- verb To plan or invent something using skill and cleverness.
- verb To make something up as you go, often working out the details through improvisation.
- verb (dated) To throw out or cast, as light is thrown from its source.
- verb (dated) To pass or spend a period of time.
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What is "contrive" in French?
"contrive" in French is combiner, inventer. contrive means: To plan or invent something using skill and cleverness.
Are there other ways to say "contrive" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "contrive": combiner, inventer.
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