French Conversation · Level 161
29 words
French word
renfermer
Pronunciation
IPA/ʁɑ̃fɛʁme/
Meaning
- verbcontain
Example
La boîte renferme des souvenirs.
The box contains memories.
More examples
Le livre renferme des informations utiles.
The book contains useful information.
Core concept
A container whose contents stay gathered behind its outer boundary.
Common phrases
renfermer des souvenirs
contain memories
renfermer un secret
contain a secret
renfermer des informations
contain information
Similar words
contenir: To hold something inside a container or space.
inclure: To include something as a part or element.
comprendre: To comprise all the elements within a given range or group.
enfermer: To confine a person or animal in an enclosed space.
Definition in French
Avoir en soi ou présenter quelque chose comme composante d'un ensemble; peut aussi signifier garder quelque chose à l'intérieur, au sens matériel ou au sens figuré.
Word origin
Renfermer combines the prefix re- with enfermer, extending the idea of closing something in to the broader sense of containing it.
Usage tips
- Renfermer can describe abstract contents such as secrets, qualities, or risks, not only physical objects.