Réclamer
Example: Elle a réclamé un remboursement après le retard du colis.
Definition
"Réclamer" means to demand or request something firmly, often as a right or due. For example, in the phrase 'Elle a réclamé un remboursement après le retard du colis,' it refers to insisting on getting a refund after a package was delayed.
Etymology
The word "réclamer" comes from the Latin 'reclamare,' which means 'to call out against' or 'to protest.' It combines 're-' meaning 'back' or 'again' and 'clamare' meaning 'to shout.' Did you know? The root 'clamare' is also the source of the English word 'exclaim.'
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"Réclamer" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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