This is the 1778th most frequent French word.
consulter
To seek advice or information; to refer to.
In this sentence, 'consulter' means 'to consult' or 'seek advice from a professional', often used in a formal context involving experts like doctors, lawyers, etc.
Je vais consulter un médecin pour cette douleur persistante.
I am going to consult a doctor for this persistent pain.
Here, 'consulter' is used in the sense of 'to refer to' or 'to check' a document, book, or guide for required information.
Il est important de consulter le manuel avant d'assembler le meuble.
It is important to refer to the manual before assembling the furniture.
In this context, 'consulter' implies 'to access or use resources', especially for academic, professional, or informational purposes.