French Word · Intermediate
raz-de-marée
storm surge
Pronunciation: /ʁa.d(ə).ma.ʁe/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "storm surge".
Example
"Mais c'est le raz de marée, sur le micro, ramène une bouée, entraîne-toi tous les jours, tous les mois, s'il faut toute l'année."
"But it's the tidal wave, on the mic, bring a buoy, train every day, every month, if it takes all year."
Practice tips
- Practice raz-de-marée 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.