Can "prendre" also be used as a synonym for the English word, "steal"?

Brittany C.A1Kwiziq community member

If "prendre" means "to take", could I also use this in a sentence to signify that someone is "stealing" or even physically grabbing something?

Asked 3 years ago

Chris W.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

My understanding is that prendre is simply "to take". It doesn't mean stealing. That would be voler.

Like23 years ago

Aureol A.A2Kwiziq community member

No prendre only means to take. To steal is voler, and a thief is un voleur.

Like13 years ago

If "prendre" means "to take", could I also use this in a sentence to signify that someone is "stealing" or even physically grabbing something?

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