Check

/t‍ʃˈɛk/

/ˈtʃɛk/

Définition et Signification de "check"

to check

VERBE

arrêter, freiner, contenir

to keep something bad under control in order to prevent deterioration or to slow down its spread or development

Transitive: to check something undesirable

1.1

réfréner

to suddenly realize it is better if something is left unsaid or undone

1.2

réfréner, maîtriser

to keep one's reactions or emotions in control

vérifier

to discover information about something or someone by looking, asking, or investigating

Transitive: to check sth

Intransitive

2.1

vérifier, consulter

to see if one has any new mail, messages, or notifications

2.2

vérifier

to talk to someone to get their approval or information about something

2.3

vérifier, contrôler, inspecter, vérifier le niveau de

to carefully examine something to find problems, mistakes, or make sure that it is satisfactory

cocher

to mark an item or option with a cross, circle, etc. in a form, survey, exam paper, etc.

Transitive: to check an item or option

déposer

to leave one's baggage, coat, etc. in a designated place while visiting a restaurant, bar, etc.

Transitive: to check one's baggage or belongings

4.1

faire enregistrer

(of passengers) to give one's baggage to the transport company one is traveling with for secure transportation

4.2

enregistrer, vérifier

to collect and label passengers' luggage for transport

regarder, écouter

used to make someone become aware of, pay attention to, or focus on something

Transitive: to check sth

vérifier, confirmer

to be confirmed as accurate or true, typically used in negative statements

Intransitive

mettre en échec, mettre sous échec

(in chess) to threaten the opponent's king with capture

Transitive: to check the opponent's king

se coucher, passer

to pass the action to the next player without making a bet, when there has been no previous bet in the current betting round

Intransitive

bloquer, frapper

(in ice hockey) to use one's body or stick to block or hinder an opponent's progress or play

Transitive: to check an opponent's progress

réduire, ralentir

to suddenly slow down or stop, usually because of caution, uncertainty, or fear

Intransitive

Transitive: to check speed of something

vérifier, s'arrêter

(of dogs) to stop momentarily to verify or reacquire a scent during tracking or hunting

Intransitive

changer de proie, abandonner la proie

(of trained hawks) to abandon its original prey and pursue a different target

Intransitive

vérifier, bloquer

to temporarily release tension or pressure on a rope and then secure it once more

Transitive: to check a rope

fissurer, craquer

to cause cracks to form in a material, particularly wood or timber, due to certain conditions or exposure

Transitive: to check a material

14.1

fissurer, craquer

to develop cracks or splits, typically due to drying, exposure to extreme conditions, or other factors

carreler, vérifier

to create a pattern of small, often square-shaped marks or designs on a fabric or material

Transitive: to check a fabric or material

Check

NOM

chèque

‌a printed form that we can write an amount of money on, sign, and use instead of money to pay for things

échec

a chess move that puts the opponent's king under the threat of a direct attack by the chess pieces of the other player

écossais, carreaux

a pattern of small squares, typically in two colors, used on fabric and resembling a checkerboard

What is "check"?

Check is a pattern made up of intersecting lines, usually of different colors or shades, forming squares or rectangles of various sizes. Checks come in many different styles and variations, including gingham, plaid, houndstooth, and windowpane. They are commonly used in clothing and textiles, including shirts, dresses, skirts, suits, and blankets. The size and color of the checks can vary greatly, ranging from small and subtle to bold and eye-catching. Check patterns are often associated with different fashion styles and time periods, such as preppy, country, and punk. They can be used to create a variety of visual effects, including adding depth and texture to a garment or creating a bold, graphic statement.

addition

a small piece of paper showing the foods and drinks that we have ordered in a restaurant, cafe, etc. and the amount that we have to pay