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considérer

consider

verb kon-see-deh-REH Less Common
Mind & Emotions Mental States

Also means

regard as

Usage Note

Considérer is used both for thinking carefully about something (considérer une option) and for viewing or regarding (on le considère comme un expert). The construction tout bien considéré (all things considered) is a fixed phrase. It is slightly more formal than penser or trouver when expressing an opinion.

Examples

"On le considère comme le meilleur chef."

Natural Translation

He is considered the best chef.

Literal Translation

One considers him as the best chef.

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