Marquer
Example: Elle a réussi à marquer un but décisif pendant le match.
Definition
"Marquer" means to score or make a point, especially in sports or competitions. It refers to the act of achieving a goal or leaving a noticeable impression, such as when a player scores a decisive goal during a match.
Etymology
The verb "marquer" comes from the Old French word 'marquer,' which itself derives from the Late Latin 'marcare,' meaning to mark or sign. Interestingly, "marquer" originally referred to making a physical mark or sign, and over time it evolved to include scoring points or goals in games.
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"Marquer" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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