signaler

The French word "signaler" is a verb that means to signal, to report, to point out, or to indicate in English.

Meaning:

1. To Signal / To Alert:
   It refers to the act of making something known or drawing attention to something. For example, "signaler un danger" means "to signal a danger" or "to alert to a danger."

2. To Report:
   It can also mean to inform authorities or someone in charge about an incident, problem, or situation. For example, "signaler un problème" means "to report a problem."

3. To Indicate or To Mark:
   In some contexts, it means to indicate or mark something for recognition.

Etymology:

• Comes from the noun "signal" + the verb-forming suffix "-er".

Examples in sentences:

• Il faut signaler la panne au service technique.
  (You have to report the breakdown to the technical service.)
• Elle a signalé l'incident aux autorités.
  (She reported the incident to the authorities.)
• Le panneau signale une zone de danger.
  (The sign indicates a danger zone.)

Synonyms:

• avertir (to warn)
• informer (to inform)
• notifier (to notify)
• rapporter (to report)

Antonyms:

• ignorer (to ignore)
• cacher (to hide)

In short, "signaler" is related to making something known or bringing attention to it, either through alerting, reporting, or indicating.