French Word · Intermediate
reclure
to withdraw into a place, so as to have no contact with others
Pronunciation: /ʁə.klyʁ/
Meaning
to withdraw into a place, so as to have no contact with others
Example
Ceux qui seront reclus pour un temps n'auront point voix active au chapitre; et ceux qui se feront reclure à toujours n'auront ni voix active, ni voix passive.
Those who will be reclusive for a time will not have an active voice in the chapter; & those who will cloister themselves forever will have neither an active, nor a passive voice.
Practice tips
- Practice reclure 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.