English–French
“effect” in French
How to say “effect” in French
“Effect” in French is effet.
A trace or shift that shows what a cause has done.
Example sentences with effet
Cette décision aura un effet positif sur l'économie.
This decision will have a positive effect on the economy.
Tips for using effet
- The pattern avoir un effet sur describes an influence on something, while faire effet commonly describes a treatment or measure beginning to work.
Other French words for “effect”
Cette décision a beaucoup d'influence sur la situation.
This decision has a major effect on the situation.