English–French

“improvise” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛ̃pʁovize/

Example

Nous avons dû improviser une activité pour les enfants.

We had to improvise an activity for the children.

Illustration for improviser (improvise)

How to say “improvise” in French

“Improvise” in French is improviser.

A result takes shape through immediate invention rather than a preset method.

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

Example sentences with improviser

Pendant la réunion, il a dû improviser une solution rapide.

During the meeting, he had to improvise a quick solution.

Tips for using improviser

  • Improviser commonly takes a direct object for what is created, as in improviser une activité, rather than requiring a preposition.

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