Rechercher
to make
[past form: made]
01
faire, fabriquer
to form, produce, or prepare something, by putting parts together or by combining materials
Transitive: to make sth
Example
The students will make a model of the solar system for the science fair.
The factory workers make thousands of cars every month.
The carpenter can make custom furniture based on your design preferences.
1.1
faire, écrire
to compose, formulate, or prepare something abstract or written
Transitive: to make sth
Example
The filmmaker has made a documentary highlighting environmental challenges.
The playwright has made several plays that have been well-received by audiences.
The poet spent hours to make a heartfelt poem for her friend 's birthday.
1.2
préparer
to prepare or cook something
Transitive: to make food
Example
He made sandwiches for everyone at the picnic.
The chef will make a delicious pasta dish using fresh ingredients.
The children are excited to make their own pizzas at the cooking class.
02
avoir faire
to lead to a certain outcome, whether intentionally or unintentionally
Transitive: to make an outcome
Example
Lack of communication can make misunderstandings among family members.
Changes in weather can make discomfort for people with certain health conditions.
Unexpected events can make alterations to our schedule.
2.1
faire
to cause someone or something to display or possess a specific quality, emotion, or state
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth [adj]
Example
The beautiful scenery makes the place serene and peaceful.
His encouraging words made the team more confident.
The cheerful music made the atmosphere more lively.
2.2
faire
to contribute significantly to the completeness or success of someone or something
Transitive: to make sb/sth
Example
A strong thesis statement can make an essay.
The final touch of accessories can make the outfit.
A carefully chosen selection of spices can make a dish.
2.3
forcer, obliger, faire faire
to force someone or something to do something
Ditransitive: to make sb do sth
Example
His commitment to the job made him sacrifice personal time.
Financial difficulties made them cut down on unnecessary expenses.
The strict deadline made the team work late into the night.
2.4
nommer
to choose or appoint someone to a specific position or role
Complex Transitive: to make sb holder of a position
Example
The team unanimously made her captain for the upcoming season.
The voters made him the mayor of the city in the recent election.
The coach decided to make him the captain of the football team.
2.5
rendre
to represent someone or something in a particular way
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth [adj] | to make sb/sth do sth
Example
The caricaturist made my smile too exaggerated in the cartoon.
The director made the villain in the movie exceptionally menacing.
The journalist wanted to make the interviewee 's perspective clear to the readers.
03
gagner
to gain or earn money, as by doing business
Transitive: to make a sum of money
Example
The professional athlete makes millions of dollars through endorsements.
She makes $75,000 a year from her graphic design business.
The real estate agent helps people make money through property transactions.
04
devenir, passer, arriver à
to arrive at a place or event
Transitive: to make a place
Example
She had to make the party a bit late due to prior commitments.
We barely made the train station, but luckily the train was delayed.
If we leave now, we might make the train station before the last train.
05
[verbe factice]
(dummy verb) to perform an action that is specified by a noun
Transitive: to make sth
Example
Can I make a request for your assistance with this project?
Can you make a suggestion for the theme of the party?
The speaker will make a speech at the conference next week.
06
faire
to suit the requirements or characteristics of something particular
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth sb/sth | to make sb/sth [adj]
Linking Verb: to make sb/sth
Example
The team 's creativity and collaborative spirit make them well-suited for innovative projects.
Her kindness and patience make her a perfect teacher.
His dedication and leadership skills would make him a great team captain.
07
faire, atteindre
to add up to a specific quantity or total
Linking Verb: to make a quantity or total
Example
The scores from both rounds make a final total of 150 points.
Three apples and two oranges make a total of five pieces of fruit.
The total expenses make $ 500 for the month.
7.1
considérer
to guess or calculate a specific value or result
Example
Looking at the map, I make the distance to be around 100 kilometers.
Based on the traffic, I make our arrival time at approximately 3 PM.
Considering the ingredients, I make the total cost of the recipe to be $ 20.
08
persuader [qqn] de consentir à avoir une relation sexuelle
to try to persuade a particular person to consent to have sexual intercourse with one
Transitive: to make sb
Example
The thought of making Emily kept him motivated, even after months of rejection.
He had been trying to make Lucas for two years now, and he was starting to lose hope.
He could n't help but wonder if he would ever succeed in making Kate, as he had been trying for two years now.
09
remporter, gagner
(in bridge, whist, or other similar card games) to successfully fulfill their contract by taking the required number of tricks
Transitive: to make a contract
Example
The strategic bidding allowed the team to make their slam contract and secure a substantial point advantage.
The declarer 's clever play enabled them to make the game contract, earning valuable points for their team.
Despite the opponents ' attempts to thwart their plans, the declarer still managed to make the vulnerable game contract.
10
marquer, réussir
to achieve a specific score or result in a sports game
Transitive: to make a score or result
Example
The striker made two goals in the first half of the soccer match.
The baseball pitcher made ten strikeouts in the championship game.
The team made 45 points in the first quarter of the basketball game.
11
réussir à, atteindre
to succeed in reaching a particular status, position, or achievement
Transitive: to make a position or rank
Example
Through determination and skill, she made editor-in-chief of the magazine.
The author 's goal is to make the bestseller list with her upcoming novel.
The talented actor auditioned to make the cast of the Broadway play.
12
compte pour, fais
to count to a particular total
Linking Verb: to make a particular total
Example
After today 's meeting, that makes the third time we 've discussed this topic.
I 've spilled my coffee again, That makes the third time this week!
She canceled plans again, That makes the fourth time this month!
13
faire, réaliser
to perform or act in a movie, play, or similar production
Transitive: to make a movie or similar production
Example
She 's a very talented actress who has made many films.
14
faire, rendre
to cause someone do something particular
Ditransitive: to make sb do sth
Example
The unexpected news made her gasp in surprise.
The unexpected compliment made her blush.
The comedian 's jokes always make the audience laugh.
15
produire, causer
to produce a visible effect by breaking, tearing, hitting, or removing material
Transitive: to make a mark or cut in sth | to make a mark or cut on sth
Example
The cat made scratches on the furniture with its claws.
A fallen branch made a gash in the roof during the intense storm.
Strong winds made a hole in the old tent during the storm.
16
devenir, transformer
to turn into a particular type of person or thing
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth [adj] | to make sth sth
Transitive: to make sth
Example
You 've made a huge mess in the kitchen.
These changes will make the city a better place to live.
I made painting the whole house my summer project.
17
figurer dans, être présent dans
to feature in a publication or news coverage
Transitive: to make a publication or news coverage
Example
The groundbreaking discovery made the cover of the science magazine.
Her achievements in the field of medicine made the local newspaper.
The rescue mission made the front page of the local newspaper.
18
réussir, marquer
(in sports) to successfully accomplish a specific action
Transitive: to make sth
Example
After a failed attempt, the striker made the penalty kick on the second try.
The soccer player made a precise cross, setting up a goal for the team.
The striker skillfully made a precise pass to his teammate, allowing him to make a goal with ease.
19
former, constituer
to form or constitute a pair or group with a particular characteristic or quality
Transitive: to make a pair or group
Example
The musicians made a harmonious ensemble during the concert.
The detective and the reporter made a dynamic duo.
The unlikely friendship between the shy introvert and the outgoing extrovert made an unusual duo.
20
se préparer à, avoir l'intention de
to appear to start an action
Transitive: to make to do sth
Example
The cat made to pounce on the unsuspecting bird.
As the bell rang, the students made to exit the classroom.
The child made to grab the cookie when no one was looking.
21
agir, se comporter
to act or behave in a particular manner
Transitive: to make to do sth
Example
Do n't make to be offended by his comment.
He made to care even though I knew he did n't.
She made as if she was interested in his story, but I could tell she was bored.
22
fixer, programmer
to decide specific arrangement or time
Ditransitive: to make an activity or event a particular time
Example
To accommodate everyone 's availability, let 's make the appointment for Thursday afternoon.
Why not make the movie night this Saturday at 7:00 PM?
How about making the study group session tomorrow in the library at 4:30 PM?
23
faire, rendre
to cause something or someone to be changed in a specified way
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth sth
Example
Actually, make that a latte.
The professor suggested making the assignment a group project rather than an individual task.
They took a classic novel and made the characters teenagers in a modern high school setting.
24
mélanger, brasser
to mix up a deck of cards thoroughly before dealing them in a card game
Transitive: to make a deck of cards
Example
After each round, the dealer would make the cards to ensure a fair game.
Before the poker game began, the dealer carefully made the cards to eliminate any chance of cheating.
Players often take turns making the deck to prevent any predictability in the card distribution.
25
faire, transformer
to change or shape something to transform it into something else
Transitive: to make sth
Example
The artist can make a sculpture from a block of marble.
Can you make a paper airplane for me with this sheet of paper?
After hours of practice, he could make a delicate piece of pottery from a lump of clay.
26
faire comme, imiter
to act like something or someone
Transitive: to make sb/sth | to make like sb/sth
Example
During the play, the actor had to make a menacing villain with a sinister laugh.
At the comedy club, the stand-up comedian would often make like famous political figures for comedic effect.
At the party, everyone was encouraged to make a different animal for a fun game of charades.
27
considérer, voir
to consider someone or something in a particular way
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth as sb/sth | to make sb/sth into sb/sth
Example
Some people make the old building as a symbol of the town 's rich history.
The media tends to make celebrities into larger-than-life figures, often distorting reality.
28
traduire, rendre
to translate a text from one language into another
Complex Transitive: to make sth [adj]
Old useExample
She made the philosophical treaties Chinese, aiming to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western philosophical traditions.
The religious texts were made Latin to ensure their dissemination and understanding across different regions.
To share the cultural richness, the novel was made Japanese, allowing a broader audience to appreciate its narrative.
29
fermer
to close doors, windows, or entrances
Transitive: to make an entrance
Example
To maintain privacy, they always make the entrance gate during private gatherings.
In anticipation of the storm, the residents decided to make all windows and doors tightly.
The ancient city walls were built to make against any external attacks.
30
monter, venir
(of the tide) to start coming in or going out
Intransitive
Example
As the sun set, the tide began to make, signaling the start of the incoming waves.
Beachgoers enjoyed collecting shells as the tide started to make, revealing hidden treasures.
During the storm, the turbulent winds caused the tide to make more rapidly than usual.
Make
01
mélange, brassage
the act of mixing cards haphazardly
02
marque, fabricant
the manufacturer or brand of a vehicle
Example
The make of the car was displayed prominently on the grille.
He researched various makes before buying his new car.
She owned several vehicles, each from a different make.
Exemple
The students will make a model of the solar system for the science fair.
The factory workers make thousands of cars every month.
The carpenter can make custom furniture based on your design preferences.
By connecting the wires, you make the circuit and allow electricity to flow.
Mots Proches
