French Word · Intermediate
banaliser
to banalise
Pronunciation: /ba.na.li.ze/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to banalise".
Example
L'accusé a reconnu ses gestes mais les a banalisés, disant que tout le monde agissait ainsi.
The accused acknowledged his actions but downplayed them, saying that everyone behaved that way.
Practice tips
- Practice banaliser 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.