French Word · Intermediate
radouber
to repair
Pronunciation: /ʁa.du.be/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to repair".
Example
On disait qu'une princesse polonaise, l'écoutant un soir chanter sur la plage de Biarritz, où il radoubait des chaloupes, en était devenue amoureuse.
They said that a Polish princess having heard him sing one night on the beach at Biarritz, where he mended boats, had fallen in love with him.
Practice tips
- Practice radouber 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.