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frenchify

/ˈfrentʃɪfaɪ/

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verb

C2formalcommonobsolete/ˈfrentʃɪfaɪ/

An obsolete verb meaning to make French in form, character, or manner; to give a French style or quality to something.

  • 🇷🇺Устаревший глагол, означающий придать чему-либо французскую форму, характер или манеру; придать чему-либо французский стиль или качество.
  1. to make French in appearance or character B2 formal

    To alter something so that it seems or becomes French in style, manner, or essence.

    • The chef decided to Frenchify the traditional recipe by adding a beurre blanc sauce.
    • They attempted to Frenchify the garden with lavender and manicured hedges.
    • Her accent was slightly Frenchified after living in Paris for a decade.
    • The film's director wanted to Frenchify the dialogue for a more romantic feel.

    🇷🇺Офранцузить

  2. to take on French characteristics B2 formal

    To become more French in appearance, behavior, or culture, often gradually.

    • Over time, the expatriate community began to Frenchify, adopting local customs and cuisine.
    • The neighborhood has Frenchified significantly since the bistro opened.
    • He Frenchified his wardrobe with berets and striped shirts.
    • The software interface was Frenchified to match the language preferences of users.

    🇷🇺Приобретать французские черты

  • frenchified past participle
  • frenchified past simple
  • frenchifying present participle
  • frenchifies third person singular