French Conversation · Level 16
89 words
French word
pression
Pronunciation
IPA/pʁɛsjɔ̃/
Meaning
- feminine nounpressure
Example
La pression dans le pneu est trop basse.
The pressure in the tire is too low.
More examples
Les adolescents subissent souvent la pression sociale à l'école.
Adolescents often endure social pressure at school.
Core concept
A force pressing on a surface, situation, or person.
Common phrases
pression sociale
social pressure
pression psychologique
psychological pressure
sous pression
under pressure
Similar words
contrainte: Coercive force that restricts freedom and leaves little choice but to act.
pression sociale: The influence of social expectations that makes people conform.
harcèlement: Repeated harassment that distresses and drives someone into a corner.
intimidation: Threatening or overbearing conduct intended to force compliance.
Definition in French
Contrainte ou influence qui pousse quelqu'un à agir ; sens secondaire : force physique sur une surface ou pression atmosphérique.
Word origin
French pression comes from Latin pressio, derived from premere, meaning 'to press', and developed from physical force to social influence.
Usage tips
- The idiom mettre la pression means 'to put pressure on someone', while pression alone can leave the intended sense unclear.