English–French
“affect” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛ̃flye/
Example
Le bruit influe sur ma concentration.
The noise affects my concentration.
How to say “affect” in French
“Affect” in French is influer.
An unseen force shifts a person's state, behavior, or course without direct contact.
Example sentences with influer
La publicité peut influer sur les choix des consommateurs.
Advertising can influence consumers' choices.
Tips for using influer
- Influer normally takes sur before its object, as in influer sur la concentration, rather than taking a direct object.
Other French words for “affect”
La météo peut conditionner notre décision.
The weather can affect our decision.