French Conversation · Level 57
74 words
French word
fonder
Pronunciation
IPA/fɔ̃de/
Meaning
- verbfound
Example
Ils ont fondé une association pour aider les enfants.
They founded an association to help children.
More examples
Cette décision se fonde sur des preuves solides.
This decision is based on solid evidence.
Core concept
An official structure rising from a firm base, such as a new association, institution, or principle.
Common phrases
se fonder sur
be based on
fonder une école
found a school
Similar words
créer: To create something new, such as an organization or object.
lancer: To introduce and begin a new business or venture.
ouvrir: To open a shop or office and begin operating.
Definition in French
Créer officiellement une organisation, une entreprise ou une institution, ou établir quelque chose en s'appuyant sur une base.
Word origin
The verb fonder developed from Latin fundare through Old French, extending the act of laying a physical foundation to founding organizations and establishing principles.
Usage tips
- Fonder usually takes a direct object, as in fonder une association, whereas 'to be based on' requires the construction se fonder sur.