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British pronunciation/tˈɜːn/
American pronunciation/ˈtɝn/

Définition et Signification de "turn"

to turn
01

tourner

to rotate something so that it is facing a different direction or is in a different position
Transitive: to turn sth to a direction | to turn sth
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1.1

plier, replier

to fold or unfold something, particularly a fabric
1.2

tourner, feuilleter

(with reference to a book, magazine, etc.) to move a page so that one can read or look at its other side
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1.3

tourner, se retourner

to move in a circular direction around a fixed line or point
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02

tourner

to rotate or shift our body to face a different direction
Intransitive
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2.1

se tordre (la cheville)

(with reference to one's ankle) to twist suddenly, particularly in a way that causes a sprain
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2.2

tourner, invérsser

to change the direction or orientation of a body part so that it faces a different way
2.3

tourner, se retourner

to perform a movement that involves moving one's body in a circle
03

verser, déverser

to carefully pour or transfer the contents from an upside-down container into another surface or container
Transitive: to turn content of a container onto a surface or container | to turn content of a container into a surface or container
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04

tourner, changer de direction

to shift or redirect one's course or path to face a different direction or follow a new route
Intransitive: to turn | to turn to a direction
4.1

changer, virer

(of the tide) to change its direction or flow from either incoming to outgoing or vice versa
4.2

tourner, virer

to change the direction of something's movement by rotating or steering it
4.3

tourner, se courber

(of roads, paths, or rivers) to change direction by bending or curving in a particular way
05

se tourner vers, se concentrer sur

(of one's attention or interest) to shift or focus on a particular subject, matter, or idea
Transitive: to turn to a topic
5.1

concentrer

to direct one's attention or interest toward something or away from it
06

avoir ... ans

to reach a certain age
Linking Verb: to turn a specific age
6.1

devenir, tourner

to reach or pass a particular moment or hour, denoting a specific point in time
07

devenir

to change or transform from one state or condition to another
Linking Verb: to turn [adj]
7.1

fermenter, souiller

(with reference to milk) to cause to become sour or spoiled
7.2

devenir, rendre

(of foliage) to transition from one color to another, often due to seasonal changes
7.3

tourner, se gâter

(of milk) to become sour or spoiled
7.4

transformer, changer

to make someone or something change into a particular state or condition
7.5

se transformer, devenir

to undergo a change in state or form
7.6

devenir fou, perdre la raison

to experience a loss of mental balance, resulting in irrational or disoriented behavior
08

façonner, modeler

to skillfully and artistically shape or craft something, like a tune, sentence, or remark, to give it an elegant and graceful form
Transitive: to turn a tune or sentence
09

modeler, façonner

to shape or mold an object or material by bending or manipulating it
Transitive: to turn sth
9.1

tourner, tailler

to carve or shape wood or metal using a particular tool or machine called lathe
9.2

labourer, fouir

to break up the soil in order to prepare it for planting crops, particularly with a plow
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9.3

rétrograder, plier

to intentionally bend back the edge of a blade to make it blunt and less sharp
9.4

plier, courber

to bend or curve due to pressure or force
10

réaliser, accomplir

to successfully achieve or accomplish a task or goal
Transitive: to turn an achievement
11

libérer, relâcher

to cause someone or something to leave where they are or be placed in a particular condition
Complex Transitive: to turn sb/sth [adj]
Transitive: to turn sb/sth somewhere
11.1

faire tourner, dérouter

to make someone or a group move away or retreat
12

se vendre, avoir du succès

(of merchandise) to be bought or sold, often within a commercial or retail setting
Intransitive
12.1

liquider, vendre

to sell, exchange, or dispose of items, typically goods or stock, particularly to create space for new items or generate revenue
13

inverser, modifier

to cause a change in the course of a competition or war, resulting in a different person, team, or side beginning to win or gain an advantage
Transitive: to turn a competition or war
13.1

changer le cours, basculer

(of a war, competition, etc.) to change in its course or development, causing a different person, team, or side to gain the upper hand and start winning
13.2

contourner, détourner

to move around or bypass a defensive line or position to attack it from a different direction
14

changer, faire, transformer

to exchange, convert, or alter the functioning of something
Transitive: to turn sth to a level
Turn
01

tour

the time when someone has the opportunity, obligation, or right to do a certain thing that everyone in a group does one after the other
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02

virage, tournant

the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course
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03

virage

a place in a road, river, etc. where it bends
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04

un tournant, un retournement

an unforeseen development
05

tournant, virage

the act of turning away or in the opposite direction
06

tournant, virage

turning or twisting around (in place)
07

tour, virage

a movement in a new direction
08

tour, balade

taking a short walk out and back
09

un tour, une faveur

a favor for someone
10

interprétation, prestation

a specific performance or act, particularly on stage in theater or entertainment settings

What is a "turn"?

A turn is a specific performance, moment, or segment within a show, often featuring a distinct act or scene presented by a performer or group. It contributes to the overall production by showcasing the talents of the performers and advancing the storyline or theme of the event. Each turn involves a deliberate presentation or display designed to engage the audience and enhance the entertainment value of the performance.

11

tour, tour de jeu

the opportunity in which player or a team gets to play offense
12

quart de travail, tour de service

a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
13

tournant, tour

the third round of betting in which the dealer reveals an additional community card face-up on the table after the Flop

What is the "turn"?

The turn is the fourth community card dealt in poker games like Texas hold 'em and Omaha. It is placed face-up in the center of the table after the betting round following the flop. The turn is important because it gives players more information about the potential strength of their hand, and it leads to a new round of betting. After the turn, the fifth and final community card, called the river, is dealt, followed by the final betting round. Players use the turn along with the other community cards and their hole cards to make the best possible hand.

14

le tournant, la transition

a transitional phase that marks the end of one era and the beginning of another

turn

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turned

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example
Exemple
The scientist turned the microscope toward the specimen.
He turned the bicycle handlebars to the right.
I turned the chair to its side to fit it through the narrow doorway.
The opportune arrival of reinforcements turned the tide of the battle.
The chef turned basic ingredients to an exquisite dish.
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