cultiver

Senses

1. 1.

   to cultivate (land, crops)

   to grow plants or tend fields for agricultural production

2. 2.

   to cultivate (habits, relationships, skills)

   to foster, develop, or nurture something deliberately

3. 3.

   to cultivate (knowledge, culture)

   to pursue or improve one's understanding or refinement

Examples

• "Les fermiers cultivent le blé dans cette région depuis des siècles."

  The farmers have been cultivating wheat in this region for centuries.

• "Elle cultive son amitié avec ses voisins en les invitant régulièrement."

  She cultivates her friendship with her neighbors by inviting them regularly.

• "Pour cultiver ton esprit, tu devrais lire davantage."

  To cultivate your mind, you should read more.

Usage

Cultiver is a regular -er verb. It can be literal (agriculture) or figurative (building relationships, developing tastes). The noun cultiver does not exist; use culture or cultivation instead. Commonly paired with land, vegetables, friendships, or abstract qualities.