French Word · Intermediate
ressac
swash, backwash
Pronunciation: /ʁə.sak/
Meaning
swash, backwash
Example
Bien sûr, je n'entendais rien. Rien que le grondement sourd du ressac, là-bas, derrière la colline.
I use the word "ressac".
Practice tips
- Practice ressac 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.