verb

rajouter

add

Definition & meaning

The verb rajouter means to add something more to what is already present, or to say something in addition to what has already been stated.

  1. To add more: To include an extra amount of something to a substance, a container, or a collection (e.g., adding more salt to a dish).
  2. To say more: To add a supplementary comment or piece of information to a conversation or statement.

Grammar & Word origin

rajouter is a regular first-group verb (ending in -er).

  • Word origin: It is composed of the prefix re- (indicating repetition or an additional action) and the verb ajouter (to add). The combination signifies "adding again" or "adding an extra layer."

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Ajouter (to add)
  • Compléter (to complete/supplement)
  • Additionner (to add/sum up)
  • Surenchérir (to outbid or add more to an argument)

Antonyms:

  • Enlever (to remove)
  • Retirer (to take away)
  • Soustraire (to subtract)
  • Diminuer (to decrease)

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Examples

Je veux rajouter du sucre dans mon café.verb

I want to add some sugar to my coffee.

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