Also means
to put down
Usage Note
Poser implies setting something down gently or deliberately, in contrast to mettre (to put) which is more neutral. The reflexive se poser means to land (a plane or bird) or to arise (a question). Poser une question is the standard French way to say 'to ask a question' — do not use demander une question, a common anglicism.
Examples
"Pose ton sac sur la chaise."
Natural Translation
Put your bag on the chair.

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