Rechercher
to pick out
[phrase form: pick]
01
choisir
to choose among a group of people or things
Transitive: to pick out sb/sth
Example
She took her time to pick out the perfect dress for the event.
They asked the children to pick out their favorite toys.
Out of all the puppies, he picked out the one with the white patch on its forehead.
02
distinguer, repérer
to identify someone or something in a group, often because of their unique features
Transitive: to pick out a sensory stimulant
Example
Among the chorus of bird calls, he could pick out the distinctive song of the nightingale.
Among the crowd, she could easily pick out her father 's voice.
With his sharp eyes, he can pick out distant ships on the horizon.
03
distinguer, apercevoir
to see in an unclear and blurry manner, often due to low light, distance, etc.
Transitive: to pick out a shape
Example
Through the fog, they could just pick out the silhouette of the ship on the horizon.
In the early morning mist, it was difficult to pick out the landmarks along the trail.
From a distance, it was hard to pick out the details of the distant mountain range.
04
choisir, mettre en évidence
to make something noticeable, usually by using different colors, designs, material, etc.
Transitive: to pick out sth
Example
The yellow stripes on the road were picked out, providing clear guidance for drivers.
He picked out the logo on the shirt using a neon thread.
The carvings on the wooden door were picked out in white.
05
reproduire, jouer au doigt
to play a piece of music by ear, without the use of sheet music
Transitive: to pick out a musical piece
Example
With her keen musical ear, she easily picked out the song 's chorus.
At the campfire, she picked out a familiar song and everyone sang along.
She can pick out any tune on the piano after hearing it just once.
Exemple
She took her time to pick out the perfect dress for the event.
They asked the children to pick out their favorite toys.
Out of all the puppies, he picked out the one with the white patch on its forehead.
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