English–French

“belittle” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁabese/

Example

Il ne faut pas rabaisser les autres.

We must not belittle others.

Illustration for rabaisser (belittle)

How to say “belittle” in French

“Belittle” in French is rabaisser.

A contemptuous remark makes another person's worth seem lower in the eyes of others.

Full entry for rabaisser: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with rabaisser

Il ne faut pas se rabaisser pour plaire aux autres.

You shouldn't put yourself down to please others.

Tips for using rabaisser

  • Se rabaisser means to put oneself down, whereas rabaisser quelqu'un targets another person.

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