terminant

This is the 11978th most frequent French word.


terminant

"Terminant" means "ending" or "finishing."


Use of 'terminant' as the present participle to describe an action while another happens.

Elle finissait son devoir, terminant la dernière question.

She was finishing her homework, completing the last question.


Use of 'terminant' to describe an action prior to another (gerund usage).

En terminant la réunion, il a remercié tous les participants.

Upon concluding the meeting, he thanked all the participants.


Use of 'terminant' as the present participle emphasizes the manner of completion.

Terminant rapidement, elle avait davantage de temps pour se reposer.

Finishing quickly, she had more time to rest.