Canaliser



Example: Il faut canaliser l'énergie pour atteindre nos objectifs efficacement.

Definition


"Canaliser" means to direct or control a flow of something, such as energy, emotions, or resources, in a focused and purposeful way to achieve a specific goal or outcome.

Translations


  • channel
  • canalizar
  • kanaliseren
  • canalitzar
  • lenken

Etymology


The word "canaliser" comes from the French noun "canal," meaning a channel or waterway, combined with the suffix "-iser," used to form verbs. Originally, it referred to directing water through canals. Did you know? The idea of channeling water was metaphorically extended to controlling any kind of flow or movement.

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"Canaliser" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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