French Word · Intermediate
éplucher
to scrutinise
Pronunciation: /e.ply.ʃe/
Meaning
to scrutinise
Example
J'avais jeté l'imperméable sur une chaise, ayant plusiers dossiers à éplucher rapidement et des coups de téléphone à passer.
I had thrown the raincoat on a chair, since I had several files to go through quickly and some phone calls to make.
Practice tips
- Practice éplucher 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.