English–French
“instill” in French
How to say “instill” in French
“Instill” in French is enraciner.
Roots gripping soil firmly, then anchoring an idea, habit, or value in a person's life.
Example sentences with enraciner
La réforme vise à enraciner de nouvelles pratiques dans l'administration.
The reform aims to establish new practices in the administration.
Tips for using enraciner
- Enraciner is transitive, while the reflexive form s'enraciner describes a person, group, or practice becoming established in a place or context.
Other French words for “instill”
Les parents doivent inculquer des valeurs à leurs enfants.
Parents must instill values in their children.