French Word · Intermediate
ballast
coarse gravel or similar material laid to form a bed for roads or railroads
Pronunciation: /ba.last/
Meaning
coarse gravel or similar material laid to form a bed for roads or railroads
Example
J'utilise le mot "ballast".
I use the word "ballast".
Practice tips
- Practice ballast 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.