French Word · Intermediate
douter
to doubt
Pronunciation: /du.te/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to doubt".
Example
Il ne faut pas douter de la bonne foi de son interlocuteur.
One must not doubt the intention of one's interlocutor.
Practice tips
- Practice douter 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.