in the scene when they are in a van it's a very bumpy road. robert langdon (tom hanks) says, 'Jesus'. and Leigh says, 'Apropos'.
2006-12-13 06:03:15 · 7 answers · asked by Christ Follower 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
ap·ro·pos /ˌæprəˈpoʊ/ Pronunciation Key - Show Spelled Pronunciation[ap-ruh-poh] Pronunciation Key - Show IPA Pronunciation
–adverb 1. fitting; at the right time; to the purpose; opportunely.
2. Obsolete. by the way.
–adjective 3. opportune; pertinent: apropos remarks.
—Idiom4. apropos of, with reference to; in respect or regard to: apropos of the preceding statement.
2006-12-13 06:08:10 · answer #1 · answered by poeticjustice72182 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
From the French, literally meaning "to the purpose." Usually you say that something (as a remark) is apropos something else. "Apropos to your interest in aviation, here is a list of local flight schools offering lessons."
2006-12-13 14:14:12 · answer #2 · answered by Timothy S 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is derived from mid 17th century French 'a propos' meaning, '(with regard) to (this) purpose'
2006-12-13 14:18:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It means: Pertinent to the purpose.
2006-12-13 14:11:19 · answer #4 · answered by Lore 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
appropriate. It's French. People say it because it's classier than appropriate.
2006-12-13 14:11:41 · answer #5 · answered by Earth Queen 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I believe it means appropriate
2006-12-13 14:06:18 · answer #6 · answered by Andastra 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In relation to........
2006-12-13 15:37:47 · answer #7 · answered by Lishi 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋