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How To Use “Défi” (Challenge) In French

How To Use “Défi” (Challenge) In French

Today we’ll look at the useful masculine noun le défi, which translates to “challenge”. This word comes from the French verb défiler, which is related to diffidere (to not trust) in Latin. We’ll also see that the word le challenge does exist in French.

le défi

challenge

Le défi - French masculine noun meaning challenge.

Le défi – challenge

Example sentences

For this first sentence, été in French has to meanings: Was/been and summer.

Mon défi cet été est de monter toutes les montagnes dans la région.

My challenge this summer is to climb all the mountains in the region.

For this second sentence, défi can translate to challenge or defiance.

La manière de répondre de cet enfant est un défi au professeur.

The way that this child reponds is a challenge to the teacher.

Apprendre le français (learning French) is an example of the the infinitive mood. In this situation, English would use a verb in the -ing form as the subject of the sentence.

Apprendre le français en un an est un vrai challenge.

Learning French in one year is a real challenge.

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David Issokson is a lifelong language learner and speaks over seven languages. Of all the languages he speaks, he's the most passionate about French! David has helped hundreds of students to improve their French in his private lessons. When not teaching or writing his French Word of the Day lessons, David enjoys his time skiing, hiking and mountain biking in Victor, Idaho.

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David Issokson is a lifelong language learner and speaks over seven languages. Of all the languages he speaks, he's the most passionate about French! David has helped hundreds of students to improve their French in his private lessons. When not teaching or writing his French Word of the Day lessons, David enjoys his time skiing, hiking and mountain biking in Victor, Idaho.

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