main-forte

Meaning

aid, support

Example

Les hommes vont prêter main-forte aux soldats.

The men are going to lend their support to the soldiers.

Practice tips

• Practice main-forte 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.

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