Contrôler
Example: Je dois contrôler la porte avant de partir.
Definition
"Contrôler" means to check, inspect, or verify something to ensure it is functioning correctly or is as expected, such as verifying the status of a door before leaving. It involves exerting authority or influence to maintain order or accuracy.
Etymology
The word "contrôler" comes from the Old French term 'contreroller,' which means to verify or check against a register. It originally referred to the act of comparing accounts or documents to ensure accuracy. Did you know? The root comes from 'contre,' meaning 'against,' and 'roller,' meaning 'to roll or scroll,' referring to checking written records.
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"Contrôler" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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