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adapter

English translation of adapter

adapt

The French verb 'adapter' is used in the same way as the English verb 'adapt'. It means to make something suitable for a new use or purpose, often by modifying it. For example, you might say 'Il a dû adapter son discours à son public' (He had to adapt his speech to his audience).


Example sentences using: adapter

Il faut toujours s'adapter aux circonstances inattendues.

English translation of Il faut toujours s'adapter aux circonstances inattendues.

You always have to adapt to unexpected circumstances.

This sentence is a general recommendation saying that it is necessary to continually change or modify oneself in response to unexpected situations or conditions.

English translation of Elle cherche à adapter son style aux tendances actuelles.

She is trying to adapt her style to current trends.

In this sentence, a person is making an effort to change or adjust her style to fit or match what is currently in vogue or popular.

Il est difficile d'adapter un roman à l'écran.

English translation of Il est difficile d'adapter un roman à l'écran.

It's hard to adapt a novel for the screen.

This sentence describes the challenge or difficulty involved in transforming a written work, specifically a novel, into a visual medium, such as a film or television show.

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