French Expression · Intermediate
faire état
to cite, to mention, to give an account of
Pronunciation: /fɛ.ʁ‿e.ta/
Meaning
to cite, to mention, to give an account of
Example
Vous ne pouvez faire état de la chance heureuse dont vous avez bénéficié.
You cannot give an account of the happy chance from which you have benefited.
Practice tips
- Practice faire état 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 expression is for intermediate-level learners.