verbverbnoun

exposeuse

exhibit · present · expose

Montrer quelque chose ou quelqu’un au public ou à la vue de tous.

Exposer is a French verb with several related meanings in English, depending on context.

To expose:
This is the primary meaning. It involves putting someone or something in a situation where they are open to danger, risk, or influence.
- Example: Exposer au soleil = "To expose to the sun."
To exhibit or display:
It can mean to lay something out for public view, such as in an exhibition or presentation.
- Example: Exposer des œuvres d'art = "To exhibit works of art."
To explain or set forth:
In a more figurative sense, exposer can mean to explain, outline, or describe an idea, argument, or situation clearly.
- Example: Exposer un problème = "To explain a problem."

For "to expose" (in the sense of revealing or making vulnerable): cacher (to hide), protéger (to protect)
For "to exhibit": cacher, dissimuler (to hide, to conceal)
For "to explain": taire, dissimuler (to keep silent, to conceal)

In summary, exposer is a versatile French verb that can mean to expose, exhibit, or explain something, with nuances depending on the context.

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L'artiste veut exposer ses nouvelles peintures.verb

The artist wants to exhibit their new paintings.

Cette galerie souhaite exposer des œuvres uniques.verb

This gallery wants to exhibit unique works.

Ils ont exposé leurs idées durant la réunion.verb

They presented their ideas during the meeting.

En randonnée, faites attention à ne pas trop vous exposer au soleil sans protection.verb

When hiking, be careful not to expose yourself too much to the sun without protection.

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