French Word · Intermediate
affaisser
to cause to subside
Pronunciation: /a.fɛ.se/
Meaning
to cause to subside
Example
Il a contemplé les choses s'affaisser au ralenti, puis l'effondrement s'est accéléré.
I use the word "affaisser".
Practice tips
- Practice affaisser 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.