French Word · Intermediate
motif
pattern, design
Pronunciation: /mɔ.tif/
Meaning
pattern, design
Example
pour des motifs qui échappent à tout le monde, à toute logique, à notre appréciation
for motives that escape everyone, all logic, our appreciation
Practice tips
- Practice motif 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.