French Word · Intermediate
effondrer
to collapse
Pronunciation: /e.fɔ̃.dʁe/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to collapse".
Example
Elle sursauta, voulut pivoter dans sa direction, et son coude heurta la fragile pyramide de gâteaux à la broche qui s’effondra dans un bruit sourd.
She leaped, wanting to pivot in his direction, and her elbow hit the fragile pyramid of spit cakes which collapsed with a thud.
Practice tips
- Practice effondrer 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.