decline
décliner
- Language
- French
- CEFR Level
- B2
- Theme
- Dynamiques d'Interaction
- Linked course
- French B2
Core words
decrease
diminuer
defeat
défaite
disappoint
décevoir
discourage
décourager
disturb
déranger
exceed
dépasser
fool
imbécile
forbid
interdire
hesitate
hésiter
hurt
faire mal
obstacle
obstacle
offend
offenser
resign
démissionner
scare
peur
spoil
gâcher
terrify
terrifier
threaten
menacer
Topic examples
Si les ventes continuent de diminuer, l'entreprise fera finalement face à un grand défi.
English: If the sales continue to decline, the company will eventually face a big challenge.
La diminution des ventes a causé des inquiétudes car elle affecte nos résultats.
English: The decrease in sales has been causing concern because it affects our results.
Si tu fais face à la défaite, tu peux surmonter les défis en faisant un effort continu.
English: If you face defeat, you can overcome challenges by making continuous effort.
Si les résultats déçoivent, la personne qui essaie dur peut parfois se sentir triste.
English: If results disappoint, the person who tries hard may feel sad sometimes.
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