Rechercher
to borrow
01
emprunter
to use or take something belonging to someone else, with the idea of returning it
Transitive: to borrow sth | to borrow sth from sb
Example
Can I borrow your umbrella?
Could I borrow your car for a quick trip to the grocery store?
He asked to borrow a pen from his classmate during the exam.
02
emprunter, s'approprier
to take or adopt external elements into one's own expression or creation
Transitive: to borrow external elements from sth
Example
The composer borrowed melodies and rhythms from traditional folk music for the symphony.
The chef borrowed spices and cooking methods from Indian cuisine to enhance his dishes.
The artist borrowed techniques from Renaissance painters to create his own style.
Exemple
Can I borrow your umbrella?
Could I borrow your car for a quick trip to the grocery store?
He asked to borrow a pen from his classmate during the exam.
The company decided to borrow funds from the bank to finance the expansion project.
Instead of buying a lawnmower, he chose to borrow one from his neighbor for the weekend.
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