French Word · Intermediate
abréger
to shorten in duration
Pronunciation: /a.bʁe.ʒe/
Meaning
to shorten in duration
Example
Les principales façon d'abréger les mots étaient connus dans le monde latin […]
The main ways of abbreviating words were known in the Latin world […]
Practice tips
- Practice abréger out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French word is for intermediate-level learners.