French Word · Intermediate
dégréer
to unrig
Pronunciation: /de.ɡʁe.e/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to unrig".
Example
Les 10 bâtiments, partis de Cadix il y a 3 semaines, sont à Algéciras; on les a dégréés et démâtés, pour en faire en batteries flottantes.
The 10 ships that departed Cadiz 3 weeks ago are in Algeciras; we have unrigged and unmasted them to make them into floating batteries.
Practice tips
- Practice dégréer 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.