English–French

“realize” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁealize/

Example

Je réalise que j'ai oublié son anniversaire.

I realize that I forgot his birthday.

Illustration for réaliser (realize)

How to say “realize” in French

“Realize” in French is réaliser.

Something crosses from an idea or unnoticed fact into recognized reality.

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

Example sentences with réaliser

Elle a soudain réalisé son erreur.

She suddenly realized her mistake.

Tips for using réaliser

  • The construction separates the senses: réaliser que introduces awareness, whereas réaliser plus a noun usually expresses carrying out or producing it.

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