coter

The French verb "côtoyer" (often mistakenly written as "coter") means "to rub shoulders with," "to be alongside," or "to frequent." It refers to being in regular contact or close proximity with someone or something, often implying social interaction or physical closeness.

Meaning of "côtoyer":

• To meet or be near someone regularly, often in a professional or social setting.
• To coexist or be alongside something.

Example:

• "Elle côtoie des artistes célèbres." — She rubs shoulders with famous artists.
• "Nous côtoyons la nature tous les jours." — We are close to nature every day.

Note:

• The verb "côt(r)er" without the "y" is a different verb, which means "to quote a price" (in trading or business) or "to list on the stock exchange." So be careful not to confuse "côtoyer" and "coter."

Synonyms and differences:

• Fréquenter: means "to frequent" or "to visit regularly," often about places or people, more general.
• Approcher: means "to approach," more about moving physically closer.
• Côtoyer is more about being regularly alongside or in close contact, often with some social nuance.

In summary, "côtoyer" means to regularly come into contact or proximity with someone or something, and it differs slightly from other verbs that indicate visiting or approaching.