French Word · Intermediate
manquer
to lack, to be lacking in
Pronunciation: /mɑ̃.ke/
Meaning
to lack, to be lacking in
Example
Vous manquez de patience, Monsieur le Renart ; allez donc vous coucher, car là il se fait tard.
I use the word "manquer".
Practice tips
- Practice manquer 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.