allumer /alymˈe/ · verb · CEFR B1. French translation of "switch on".

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Source term
switch on
Translation
allumer
CEFR Level
B1
Part of speech
verb
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Dictionary form allumer
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + allumer
Examples
Veuillez allumer la radio pour écouter de la musique.
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Example Sentences

Elle a allumé l'ordinateur pour vérifier ses e-mails.

English: She switched on the computer to check her email.

B1 · Communications And Technology

Veuillez allumer la radio pour écouter de la musique.

English: Please switch on the radio for some music.

B1 · Communications And Technology

J'ai allumé les lumières quand il a fait sombre.

English: I switched on the lights when it got dark.

B1 · Communications And Technology

Veuillez allumer la lumière en entrant dans la pièce.

English: Please switch on the light when you enter the room.

B1 · Power And Disconnect

Peux-tu allumer la télé?

English: Can you switch on the TV?

B1 · Power And Disconnect

N'oublie pas d'allumer ton ordinateur avant de commencer à travailler.

English: Don't forget to switch on your computer before starting work.

B1 · Power And Disconnect

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