Elle essaie de poursuivre l’objectif qui semble difficile à atteindre.
English: She has been trying to pursue the goal which seems difficult to achieve.
poursuivre /puʁsyˈivʁ/ · verb · CEFR B2. French translation of "pursue".
See also: Vocabulary entry (French) · Topic: French Réussite et Progrès
- Source term
- pursue
- Translation
- poursuivre
- CEFR Level
- B2
- Part of speech
- verb
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Article, Gender & Forms
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| Dictionary form | poursuivre |
|---|---|
| Use note | Use the form shown here as the lookup form. |
How to use it in a sentence
- Pattern
- Subject + helper/modal + poursuivre
- Examples
- Nous devons souvent poursuivre.
- Tip
- Adjust endings and word order to match the full sentence.
Topic context
This word appears in the French Réussite et Progrès.
Example Sentences
Elle a décidé de faire carrière dans les sciences de l'environnement.
English: She decided to pursue a career in environmental science.
Le détective a poursuivi le suspect à travers les rues bondées.
English: The detective pursued the suspect through the crowded streets.
Il poursuit sa passion pour la musique depuis sa petite enfance.
English: He has pursued his passion for music since early childhood.
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