French Expression · Advanced
Passer un cap
To reach a milestone / To overcome a stage
Pronunciation: pa-SÉ un KAP
Meaning
To successfully navigate a difficult period or achieve an important stage in development or progress.
Example
L'entreprise a passé un cap important cette année avec son expansion internationale.
The company reached an important milestone this year with its international expansion.
Practice tips
- Practice Passer un cap 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 advanced-level learners.