English–French
“lower” in French
How to say “lower” in French
“Lower” in French is abaisser.
Something being brought below its former level, whether it is a measurable height or a person's position in others' eyes.
Example sentences with abaisser
Il a fallu abaisser la voix pour ne pas déranger les voisins.
It was necessary to lower one's voice so as not to disturb the neighbors.
Tips for using abaisser
- Rabaisser is more usual for belittling a person, while abaisser more broadly describes lowering status, rank, or esteem.
Other French words for “lower”
Le prix est inférieur à celui d'hier.
The price is lower than yesterday's.