French Word · Intermediate
recul
retreat, climb-down
Pronunciation: /ʁə.kyl/
Meaning
retreat, climb-down
Example
avec le recul
in retrospect, in hindsight, looking back
Practice tips
- Practice recul 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.