French Word · Intermediate
cahotement
jerk
Pronunciation: /ka.ɔt.mɑ̃/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "jerk; jolt".
Example
Nous voudrions […] [éviter] ainsi à notre lecteur les cahotements de moyens de locomotion médiocres et les inconvénients des intempéries.
We would like […] [to spare] our reader the jolts of poor means of transport and the inconveniences of bad weather.
Practice tips
- Practice cahotement 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.