consister

to consist of

verb kon-sees-TEH Rare

Usage Note

Consister is almost always followed by the preposition en or the construction à + infinitive: cela consiste à écouter ('it consists of listening'). It is a linking verb that cannot take a direct object. The related adjective consistant means 'substantial' or 'consistent'.

Examples

"Son rôle consiste à coordonner l'équipe."

Natural Translation

Her role consists of coordinating the team.

Literal Translation

Her role consists to coordinate the team.

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