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What does retourner mean in English?

"Retourner" in French can have several meanings in English, depending on the context. Here are the most common ones:

1. To return (an object): This is the most common meaning.

* Example: "Je vais retourner le livre à la bibliothèque." (I'm going to return the book to the library.)

2. To turn (something) around: This is often used for flipping or rotating an object.

* Example: "Retournez la page." (Turn the page.)

3. To go back: This refers to physically returning to a place or a state.

* Example: "J'ai besoin de retourner à la maison." (I need to go back home.)

4. To give back: This refers to returning something that was borrowed or lost.

* Example: "Il a décidé de retourner l'argent." (He decided to give back the money.)

It's important to consider the context of the sentence to determine the most appropriate translation.

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