Example: À force de pratiquer, elle est devenue une excellente pianiste.
Definition
"À force de" is a French expression used to indicate that something is achieved or happens through repeated effort or persistence over time. For example, "À force de pratiquer" means that by practicing consistently, an outcome is reached.
Translations
As a result of repeatedly
A fuerza de
Door steeds...
A força de
Durch ständiges...
Etymology
The expression "À force de" comes from the French word "force," which originally meant strength or power. Historically, it conveyed the idea of achieving something by using strength or effort repeatedly. Did you know? The phrase emphasizes persistence as a form of power leading to success.
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