lend in French
lend in French is prêter — lend means to let someone use something of yours for a while, on the understanding they will give it back.
lend in French
prêter
What does "lend" mean?
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verb To let someone use something of yours for a while, on the understanding they will give it back.
"Can you lend me your umbrella until Friday?"
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verb To give someone money temporarily, usually expecting it back with interest.
"The bank refused to lend him any more money."
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verb To add or contribute a particular quality to something.
"The candles lend the room a warm, cosy feel."
lend in a sentence
- Can you lend me your umbrella until Friday?
- The library lends books for three weeks at a time.
- The bank refused to lend him any more money.
- She lent her brother five hundred pounds to fix his car.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "lend" in French?
"lend" in French is prêter. lend means: To let someone use something of yours for a while, on the understanding they will give it back.
How do you use "lend" in a sentence?
Example: "Can you lend me your umbrella until Friday?" In French, "lend" is prêter.
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