French Word · Intermediate
perdurer
to continue to exist, to last, to endure
Pronunciation: /pɛʁ.dy.ʁe/
Meaning
to continue to exist, to last, to endure
Example
Cette irresponsabilité ne peut perdurer.
This irresponsibility cannot continue.
Practice tips
- Practice perdurer 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.