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to set
01
poser
to put something or someone somewhere or in a certain position
Transitive: to set sth somewhere
Exemples
She set the book on the table.
Elle a posé le livre sur la table.
He set the cup of coffee down carefully.
Il a posé la tasse de café avec précaution.
1.1
placer, situer
to place the events of a play, movie, novel, etc. in a particular time or place
Transitive: to set a narrative somewhere | to set a narrative point in time
Exemples
The play is set in the roaring 1920s.
La pièce est située dans les années folles des années 1920.
The movie is set in a charming small town.
Le film est situé dans une charmante petite ville.
1.2
planter, mettre en terre
to place a seed or young plant in the ground for it to grow
Transitive: to set a seed or plant somewhere
Exemples
She carefully set tomato seeds in the garden bed to start her vegetable garden.
Elle a soigneusement planté des graines de tomates dans le parterre pour commencer son potager.
He set sunflower plants along the fence to create a vibrant border.
Il a planté des tournesols le long de la clôture pour créer une bordure vibrante.
1.3
mettre en page, composer
to format and arrange text and images on a computer or machine for printing in books, newspapers, or other publications
Transitive: to set the text and images of a page
Exemples
The printing press operator set the pages in preparation for the large print run.
L'opérateur de presse à imprimer a mis en page les pages en préparation du grand tirage.
We need to set the text and illustrations before sending the document to the printer.
Nous devons mettre en page le texte et les illustrations avant d'envoyer le document à l'imprimante.
1.4
incruster, monter
to place a precious gemstone into a jewelry piece
Transitive: to set a gemstone in a jewelry piece
Exemples
The jeweler set the sparkling diamond in the engagement ring.
Le joaillier a monté le diamant étincelant dans la bague de fiançailles.
He carefully set the emerald in the necklace's pendant.
Il a soigneusement placé l'émeraude dans le pendentif du collier.
02
régler
to adjust something to be in a suitable or desired condition for a specific purpose or use
Transitive: to set sth to a desirable state | to set sth
Exemples
She set the computer to mute.
Elle a réglé l'ordinateur en mode silencieux.
Set the oven timer for 30 minutes.
Réglez le minuteur du four sur 30 minutes.
2.1
mettre, dresser
to arrange and place tableware, such as plates, forks, spoons, and knives, on a table in preparation for a meal
Transitive: to set a table
Exemples
She set the table with elegant china and silverware for the special occasion.
Elle a mis la table avec de la porcelaine élégante et des couverts pour l'occasion spéciale.
Please set a spot for your sister; dinner will be ready soon.
Veuillez mettre un couvert pour votre sœur ; le dîner sera bientôt prêt.
2.2
fixer, choisir, établir
to decide or determine the specific time, place, or manner in which something will occur or be done
Transitive: to set the conditions of an event
Exemples
Let 's set a date for the meeting next week.
Fixons une date pour la réunion la semaine prochaine.
She set the location for the picnic in the park.
Elle a fixé l'emplacement du pique-nique dans le parc.
03
se coucher, disparaître
(of the sun or other celestial objects) to move out of view when going below the horizon
Intransitive
Exemples
The sun sets in the west, painting the sky with beautiful colors.
Le soleil se couche à l'ouest, peignant le ciel de belles couleurs.
It 's always peaceful to watch the sun set after a long day.
C'est toujours paisible de regarder le soleil se coucher après une longue journée.
04
mettre, placer
to put or place someone or something in a specified state
Complex Transitive
Exemples
The teacher 's encouragement set the students at ease before the big exam.
Les encouragements du professeur ont mis les élèves à l'aise avant le grand examen.
The teacher set the classroom in order before the students arrived, ensuring a conducive learning environment.
Le professeur a mis la classe en ordre avant l'arrivée des élèves, assurant un environnement d'apprentissage favorable.
4.1
prendre, figer
(of a liquid) to assume a solid or hardened form
Intransitive
Exemples
The Jello started to set in the fridge.
La gélatine a commencé à prendre dans le frigo.
After a few hours, the cement began to set.
Après quelques heures, le ciment a commencé à prendre.
4.2
remettre en place
to reset broken or dislocated bones before the cast, brace, or splint is put on and without cutting the skin open
Transitive: to set bones
Exemples
The doctor had to set my son's arm after the skateboarding accident.
Le médecin a dû réduire le bras de mon fils après l'accident de skateboard.
She watched as the doctor carefully set her fractured finger.
Elle regarda le médecin réduire soigneusement sa fracture du doigt.
4.3
mettre, faire démarrer
to cause someone or something to start doing something
Ditransitive: to set sb/sth doing sth
Exemples
The question set him pondering the answer.
La question l'a mis à réfléchir à la réponse.
His comment set me laughing uncontrollably.
Son commentaire m'a fait rire de manière incontrôlable.
4.4
coiffer, fixer
to arrange wet hair in a way that stays the same after being dried
Transitive: to set hair
Exemples
She used hairspray to set her curls in place for the evening.
Elle a utilisé de la laque pour fixer ses boucles pour la soirée.
After washing her hair, she used clips to set it in sections.
Après avoir lavé ses cheveux, elle a utilisé des pinces pour mettre en sections.
4.5
consolider, se ressouder
(of bones) to heal and return to their normal condition after a fracture
Intransitive
Exemples
The doctor assured her that the broken collarbone would set naturally with time.
Le médecin l'a assurée que la clavicule cassée se remettrait naturellement avec le temps.
After the accident, his fractured leg set perfectly, and he was able to walk again.
Après l'accident, sa jambe fracturée s'est ressoudée parfaitement, et il a pu marcher à nouveau.
05
établir, fixer
to fix something in a way that establishes an example for others to copy or try to accomplish
Transitive: to set a model
Exemples
The artist 's unique style set a new direction in contemporary art.
Le style unique de l'artiste a établi une nouvelle direction dans l'art contemporain.
His leadership skills set the model for effective management.
Ses compétences en leadership établissent le modèle pour une gestion efficace.
5.1
établir
to achieve the best result in something, particularly in sports, competition, etc.
Transitive: to set a record
Exemples
She set a new record in the 100-meter sprint.
Elle a établi un nouveau record dans le sprint de 100 mètres.
The team set a high score in the basketball game.
L'équipe a établi un score élevé dans le match de basket-ball.
06
assigner, fixer
to assign someone a task, goal, or target to complete
Transitive: to set a task or goal
Exemples
She set a goal to complete her homework by 5 PM.
Elle a fixé un objectif pour terminer ses devoirs avant 17 heures.
They set a task for the team to brainstorm new ideas.
Ils ont assigné une tâche à l'équipe pour brainstormer de nouvelles idées.
6.1
établir, formuler
to create or formulate questions or tasks for an examination or assessment
Transitive: to set questions or tests
Exemples
The professor sets the questions for the final exam.
Le professeur établit les questions pour l'examen final.
The textbook author sets exercises at the end of each chapter.
L'auteur du manuel établit des exercices à la fin de chaque chapitre.
07
produire, donner
(of blossoms, trees, or plants) to produce fruit or seeds
Transitive: to set fruit or seeds
Exemples
The apple trees in the orchard set fruit in the summer.
Les pommiers du verger produisent des fruits en été.
The warm spring weather helped the peach trees set a bountiful crop.
Le temps chaud du printemps a aidé les pêchers à produire une récolte abondante.
7.1
se former, se développer
(of fruit) to form and develop on a plant
Intransitive
Exemples
After the apple tree blossomed, it did n't take long for the fruit to set.
Après que le pommier a fleuri, il n'a pas fallu longtemps pour que les fruits se forment.
Once the cherry blossoms fell, the cherries began to set on the tree.
Une fois que les fleurs de cerisier sont tombées, les cerises ont commencé à se former sur l'arbre.
08
fixer, déterminer
to determine a particular price or value for something
Transitive: to set a price or value
Exemples
The seller set the price of the antique vase at $ 200.
Le vendeur a fixé le prix du vase antique à 200 $.
He set a reasonable budget for the project.
Il a fixé un budget raisonnable pour le projet.
09
avoir un impact fort et notable sur quelqu'un ou quelque chose, peser lourdement sur quelqu'un ou quelque chose
to have a strong and noticeable impact or effect on someone or something
Exemples
The rich dessert sets heavily on my stomach.
Le riche dessert pèse lourdement sur mon estomac.
The news set heavily on my mind, leaving me feeling anxious.
Les nouvelles ont pesé lourdement sur mon esprit, me laissant anxieux.
10
fixer, adopter
to adopt a fixed or unchanging facial expression that reflects a specific emotion or attitude
Intransitive: to set in an expression | to set into an expression
Exemples
Her face set in a determined look as she prepared to tackle the challenge.
Son visage figé dans une expression déterminée alors qu'elle se préparait à relever le défi.
The child's face set in a pout when told it was time for bed.
Le visage de l'enfant se figea dans une moue lorsqu'on lui a dit qu'il était l'heure d'aller se coucher.
10.1
imprimer, donner
to make someone's face show a certain emotion or attitude
Transitive: to set an expression on someone's face
Exemples
His stern reprimand set a look of seriousness on their faces.
Sa réprimande sévère a mis une expression de sérieux sur leurs visages.
The surprise party set a joyful smile on her face.
La fête surprise a mis un sourire joyeux sur son visage.
11
se figer, pointer
(of hunting dogs) to stop and point at where one senses wild animals, like birds or rabbits
Intransitive
Exemples
He watched as his dog set with its tail stiff, ready to point at the hidden rabbit.
Il regarda son chien se figer avec la queue raide, prêt à montrer le lapin caché.
The experienced pointer dog knew how to set gracefully, leading the hunter to the quail.
Le chien d'arrêt expérimenté savait comment se tenir avec grâce, conduisant le chasseur à la caille.
12
aiguiser, affûter
to make something sharper or improve its cutting ability, typically through grinding or honing
Transitive: to set a blade or tool
Exemples
He set the knife blade to a razor-sharp edge.
Il a aiguisé la lame du couteau pour qu'elle soit tranchante comme un rasoir.
Before starting the task, I have to set my tools to ensure they're sharp enough.
Avant de commencer la tâche, je dois affûter mes outils pour m'assurer qu'ils sont assez tranchants.
13
enfoncer, fixer
to push a nail or screw into a material, like wood or metal, so that it is below the surface
Transitive: to set a nail or screw
Exemples
He knows how to set screws properly.
Il sait comment enfoncer les vis correctement.
The goal is to set the fastener evenly.
L'objectif est de enfoncer la fixation uniformément.
14
effectuer des mouvements de danse synchronisés, exécuter une chorégraphie en couple
to perform synchronized dance movements with a partner, facing each other and following a set pattern of steps
Intransitive
Exemples
During the square dance, they set with enthusiasm, moving gracefully.
Pendant la danse carrée, ils se sont placés avec enthousiasme, se déplaçant avec grâce.
In the dance formation, couples often set to the rhythm of the music.
Dans la formation de danse, les couples se mettent souvent au rythme de la musique.
15
se diriger, s'orienter
to have a specified direction of motion or flow
Intransitive: to set to a direction
Exemples
Clouds set in from the west, signaling rain.
Les nuages se dirigent de l'ouest, annonçant la pluie.
The compass needle sets towards the magnetic north.
L'aiguille de la boussole se dirige vers le nord magnétique.
16
se placer, se positionner
to position or place oneself ready for a specific action or activity
Transitive: to set oneself
Exemples
She set herself in a crouched position before pouncing.
Elle se mit en position accroupie avant de bondir.
The sprinter set herself at the starting line.
La sprinteuse s'est placée sur la ligne de départ.
17
empêcher, contrer
(with reference to the card game bridge) to prevent the opposing team from winning the tricks they promised to win in their contract
Transitive: to set an opponent
Exemples
She set their opponents in the final round.
Elle a bloqué leurs adversaires dans le tour final.
We set the opponents by taking all the tricks.
Nous avons bloqué les adversaires en prenant toutes les levées.
18
orner, parer
to decorate, embellish, or adorn something with objects
Transitive: to set sth with ornaments
Exemples
Her dress was set with sparkling diamonds.
Sa robe était ornée de diamants étincelants.
The cake was beautifully set with edible flowers.
Le gâteau était magnifiquement orné de fleurs comestibles.
19
libérer, disperser
to release or scatter something into the air so that they are carried away by the wind
Transitive: to set sth
Exemples
He set the kite, launching it high into the sky to soar on the wind.
Il a lancé le cerf-volant, le propulsant haut dans le ciel pour qu'il plane sur le vent.
The child set the bubbles to the wind, giggling as they floated away.
L'enfant a lancé les bulles au vent, riant tandis qu'elles s'envolaient.
Set
01
décor, plateau
a stage where a play is performed or a location where a motion picture is recorded
Exemples
The elaborate set for the musical featured a stunning backdrop of a bustling city skyline, immersing the audience in the vibrant atmosphere of the story.
Le décor élaboré pour la comédie musicale comportait un fond à couper le souffle représentant une ligne d'horizon urbaine animée, immergeant le public dans l'atmosphère vibrante de l'histoire.
After weeks of preparation, the film crew finally arrived on set, ready to begin shooting the highly anticipated action movie.
Après des semaines de préparation, l'équipe de tournage est finalement arrivée sur le plateau, prête à commencer le tournage du film d'action très attendu.
02
an informal association or group of people
Exemples
He moved in an artistic set of friends.
The club was a tight-knit set of enthusiasts.
03
ensemble
(mathematics) a group of things that belong together because of having some similarities
Exemples
A set can include numbers, letters, or other items that share a common feature.
Un ensemble peut inclure des nombres, des lettres ou d'autres éléments qui partagent une caractéristique commune.
The set of even numbers includes 2, 4, 6, and so on.
L'ensemble des nombres pairs comprend 2, 4, 6, et ainsi de suite.
04
a series of exercises performed consecutively in physical training
Exemples
She completed three sets of squats at the gym.
The trainer designed a set of exercises for core strength.
05
the act of placing or positioning something
Exemples
The table was ready after the careful set of dishes.
He performed the set of the telescope on the tripod.
06
an electronic device for receiving or transmitting radio or television signals
Exemples
He turned on the TV set to watch the news.
The radio set in the kitchen picked up distant stations.
07
a temporary mental or behavioral readiness to respond in a particular way
Exemples
The subject exhibited a set to respond aggressively.
Cognitive tests showed a set for problem-solving.
08
a relatively enduring tendency or inclination to react in a specific way
Exemples
She has a set toward optimism in challenging situations.
His emotional set affects his responses to stress.
09
the going down of a celestial body below the horizon
Exemples
They watched the sun's set from the hilltop.
The moon 's set occurred shortly after midnight.
10
ensemble
a group of things of the same type that belong or are used together in some way
Exemples
She received a beautiful set of kitchen knives for her birthday.
Elle a reçu un jeu de couteaux de cuisine magnifiques pour son anniversaire.
The chess set was handcrafted and elegantly designed.
Le jeu d'échecs était artisanal et élégamment conçu.
11
an Egyptian deity depicted with the head of a beast with high square ears and a long snout, brother and murderer of Osiris
Exemples
Set was feared as the god of chaos and storms.
Ancient texts describe Set's conflict with Osiris.
12
the process of becoming hard, solid, or fixed through cooling, drying, or crystallization
Exemples
The cement requires 24 hours to reach full set.
The jelly is ready after its set in the fridge.
13
a unit of play in tennis, squash, or similar sports, typically consisting of a sequence of games
Exemples
She won the first set 6–4.
The match went to five sets.
14
a collection of musical pieces or songs performed consecutively during a performance
Exemples
The band played a set of jazz standards.
Each set at the concert lasted about 30 minutes.
15
a specific combination of cards a player aims to collect, often consisting of three or more cards of the same rank, suit, or a defined sequence
Exemples
He completed a set of three aces in the game.
Collecting a set of hearts gave her extra points.
16
manche, set
(volleyball) a series of points played until one team reaches 25 points with a two-point lead
Exemples
They won the first set 25-20.
Ils ont remporté le premier set 25-20.
The coach called a timeout during the set.
L'entraîneur a appelé un temps mort pendant le set.
17
passe, passe précise
the action of accurately passing the ball to a teammate to enable an offensive play in volleyball
Exemples
She focused on making a clean set to her teammate.
Elle s'est concentrée sur la réalisation d'un set propre à sa coéquipière.
His set was too high for the hitter to reach.
Son set était trop haut pour que le frappeur puisse l'atteindre.
set
01
prêt, préparé
prepared or likely prepared for something
Exemples
With all the decorations in place and the food ready, we were set for the party to begin.
Avec toutes les décorations en place et la nourriture prête, nous étions prêts pour que la fête commence.
The team felt set for the competition after weeks of rigorous training and practice.
L'équipe s'est sentie prête pour la compétition après des semaines d'entraînement rigoureux et de pratique.
02
fixed, firm, or immovable
Exemples
Her jaw was set in determination.
His expression was set, showing no emotion.
03
located, positioned, or situated in a particular place
Exemples
The house is set on a quiet hill overlooking the valley.
The restaurant is set in a charming part of town.
04
arranged, organized, or planned in advance
Exemples
The table was set for a formal dinner.
The itinerary was set for the week-long tour.
05
(of a celestial body) positioned or lying below the horizon
Exemples
The sun was set, casting long shadows across the valley.
The moon hung set below the eastern hills.
06
hardened or converted to a solid form
Exemples
The concrete is set and ready for construction.
The glue is set and can no longer be adjusted.
07
decided, determined, or established by authority or prior agreement
Exemples
They followed a set procedure for approvals.
A set schedule ensures smooth operations.
