plier /pliˈe/ · verb · CEFR B1. French translation of "fold".

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Source term
fold
Translation
plier
CEFR Level
B1
Part of speech
verb
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Dictionary form plier
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + plier
Examples
Elle plie ses vêtements après les avoir lavés.
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Example Sentences

Elle plie ses vêtements après les avoir lavés.

English: She folds her clothes after washing them.

B1 · Clothes And Accessories

Il a plié la chemise et l'a rangée.

English: He folded the shirt and put it away.

B1 · Clothes And Accessories

Je plie toujours mes chaussettes avant de les ranger.

English: I always fold my socks before storing them.

B1 · Clothes And Accessories

Elle a plié la serviette et l'a rangée.

English: She folded the towel and put it away.

B1 · Tools And Instruments

Je plie toujours mes vêtements avant d'aller me coucher.

English: I always fold my clothes before bed.

B1 · Tools And Instruments

Il a plié le papier en un petit carré.

English: He folded the paper into a small square.

B1 · Tools And Instruments

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