mettre

This is the 111th most frequent French word.


mettre

To put, place, or set.


In this sentence, "mettre" is used to mean "to put on," referring to clothing.

Je vais mettre un pull car il fait froid.

I am going to put on a sweater because it is cold.


Here, "mettre" is used to mean "to place" or "to put," referring to placing items in a specific location.

Il faut mettre les livres sur l'étagère.

You need to put the books on the shelf.


In this context, "mettre" is part of the phrase "mettre en pratique," meaning "to apply" or "to implement," especially regarding ideas or advice.

Elle essaie de mettre en pratique les conseils de son professeur.

She is trying to put into practice her teacher's advice.