entamer
Pronunciation
/ɑ̃tame/

Definition & Meaning of "entamer"in French

entamer
01

to start on, to make a start on

commencer quelque chose progressivement
entamer definition and meaning
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Examples
Nous devons entamer les négociations cette semaine.
We need to start on negotiations this week.
Elle a entamé son discours par une anecdote.
She began her speech with an anecdote.
02

to start using, to begin consuming

commencer à consommer ou utiliser quelque chose
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J' ai entamé un nouveau paquet de biscuits.
I started using a new packet of biscuits.
Elle a entamé sa bouteille d' eau pendant le match.
She began consuming her water bottle during the match.
03

to damage, to undermine

porter atteinte à quelque chose, diminuer sa valeur ou son intégrité
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Cette critique a entamé sa réputation.
This criticism damaged his reputation.
La crise économique entame les profits de l' entreprise.
The economic crisis is undermining the company's profits.
04

to take a portion of, to cut into

prendre ou couper une partie d'un tout
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Il a entamé le gâteau en prélevant une part.
He cut into the cake by taking a slice.
Elle a entamé le pain en enlevant un morceau.
She took a portion of the bread by removing a piece.
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