English–French

“finesse” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/finɛs/

Example

Il a résolu le problème avec finesse.

He solved the problem with finesse.

Illustration for finesse (finesse)

How to say “finesse” in French

“Finesse” in French is finesse.

A delicate adjustment that solves a problem by noticing what a blunt approach would miss.

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

Example sentences with finesse

Le jeune avocat a gagné le procès grâce à sa finesse.

The young lawyer won the trial through his finesse.

Tips for using finesse

  • French commonly uses finesse with avec, as in agir avec finesse, while faire preuve de finesse means to show this quality.

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