English–French

“slippage” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/deʁiv/

Example

Il y a une dérive importante dans le calendrier.

There is significant slippage in the schedule.

Illustration for dérive (slippage)

How to say “slippage” in French

“Slippage” in French is dérive.

A course that slips away from a reference line, plan, or intended path.

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

Example sentences with dérive

La dérive des prix complique le budget des ménages.

The drift in prices complicates the budget of households.

Tips for using dérive

  • In planning contexts, dérive can describe schedule slippage or deviation, not only physical drifting.

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