aller mieux/pire /alˈemjˌøpˈiʁ/ · verbe phrase · CEFR B1. French translation of "get better/worse".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: aller mieux/pire
  • Language: French
  • Meaning: get better/worse
  • IPA: /alˈemjˌøpˈiʁ/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: verbe phrase
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Example Sentences

  • J'espère que tu vas aller mieux bientôt. English: I hope you get better soon.
  • Le temps va aller pire ce soir. English: The weather will get worse tonight.
  • Elle commence à aller mieux après l'opération. English: She is starting to feel better after the operation.

When and How to Use "aller mieux/pire"

Use "aller mieux/pire" when you want to talk about "get better/worse" in French. It functions as "verbe phrase". Because it appears in B1 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your French study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "aller mieux/pire" mean in French?

"aller mieux/pire" is the French word for "get better/worse".

What CEFR level is "aller mieux/pire"?

"aller mieux/pire" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "aller mieux/pire"?

"aller mieux/pire" is tagged as a verbe phrase in SmartWords.

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J'espère que tu vas aller mieux bientôt.

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