Convaincre
Example: Elle a réussi à convaincre ses amis de venir au spectacle.
Definition
"Convaincre" means to persuade someone to believe or do something by presenting strong arguments or evidence. For example, in the phrase 'Elle a réussi à convaincre ses amis de venir au spectacle,' it shows successfully persuading friends to attend a show.
Etymology
The word "convaincre" comes from the Latin verb 'convincere,' which means 'to conquer completely' or 'to prove conclusively.' It combines 'con-' (together) and 'vincere' (to conquer). Did you know? The root 'vincere' is also the source of the English word 'victory,' linking persuasion to a kind of intellectual conquest.
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"Convaincre" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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