French Word · Beginner
avoir
used to form the compound tenses of most verbs, such as the perfect and pluperfect
Pronunciation: /a.vwaʁ/
Meaning
used to form the compound tenses of most verbs, such as the perfect and pluperfect.
Example
Near-synonym: posséder
I use the word "avoir".
Practice tips
- Practice avoir 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 beginner-level learners.