French Word · Intermediate
détruire
to destroy
Pronunciation: /de.tʁɥiʁ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to destroy".
Example
Détruisez la famille et vous détruisez le pays.
Destroy the family and you destroy the country.
Practice tips
- Practice détruire 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.