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discover in French

discover in French is découvrir, dévoiler — discover means to find or learn something for the first time.

discover in French

découvrir
verb
(transitive) To find or learn something for the first time.
découvrir
verb
(transitive, now, rare) To expose, uncover.
dévoiler
verb
(transitive, now, rare) To expose, uncover.

What does "discover" mean?

  1. verb To find or learn something for the first time.
    "Scientists discovered a new species of frog deep in the rainforest."
  2. verb To realize or become aware of something.
    "He discovered a real talent for painting during lockdown."
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discover in a sentence

  • Scientists discovered a new species of frog deep in the rainforest.
  • She discovered that her flight had been cancelled just hours before departure.
  • He discovered a real talent for painting during lockdown.
  • I discovered too late that I had left my wallet on the train.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "discover" in French?
"discover" in French is découvrir, dévoiler. discover means: To find or learn something for the first time.
How do you use "discover" in a sentence?
Example: "Scientists discovered a new species of frog deep in the rainforest." In French, "discover" is découvrir, dévoiler.
Are there other ways to say "discover" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "discover": découvrir, dévoiler.
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