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refer in French

refer in French is référer, renvoyer — refer means to direct someone's attention to something, or send them elsewhere for information or help.

refer in French

référer
verb
(intransitive, stative) To make reference to; to be about; to relate to; to regard; to allude to.
renvoyer
verb
(intransitive, stative) To make reference to; to be about; to relate to; to regard; to allude to.

What does "refer" mean?

  1. verb To direct someone's attention to something, or send them elsewhere for information or help.
    "The doctor referred her to a specialist."
  2. verb To mention or be about something; to relate to it.
    "When she said "the incident," she was referring to last Tuesday's meeting."

refer in a sentence

  • The doctor referred her to a specialist.
  • Please refer to page 12 for more details.
  • When she said "the incident," she was referring to last Tuesday's meeting.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "refer" in French?

"refer" in French is référer, renvoyer. refer means: To direct someone's attention to something, or send them elsewhere for information or help.

How do you use "refer" in a sentence?

Example: "The doctor referred her to a specialist." In French, "refer" is référer, renvoyer.

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

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "refer": référer, renvoyer.

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