No. 4,187 in French
dispenser
To exempt or give out.
In a sentence
Elle peut dispenser des cours de piano.
She can provide piano lessons.
In this sentence, 'dispenser' means to give or provide, often in an educational or instructional context.
Il préfère dispenser des conseils plutôt que des critiques.
He prefers to offer advice rather than criticism.
In this context, 'dispenser' is used to convey sharing or offering information or guidance.
On doit lui dispenser des attentions particulières vu sa condition.
We must give her special attention given her condition.
Here, 'dispenser' refers to the act of providing attentions or care, emphasizing its use in contexts of warmth or support.
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