How is the word éviter translated from French to English

Empêcher qu'une chose grave se produise.

To stop something bad from happening.

verb
English translation
Avert

Examples with “éviter”

See how the word “éviter” is used in sentences

  • Une réaction rapide a évité une catastrophe. Quick action averted a disaster.

  • Il a détourné le regard de l'écran. He averted his gaze from the screen.

  • Nous devons éviter un nouveau retard. We must avert another delay.

  • Elle a dû détourner les yeux de la lumière vive. She had to avert her eyes from the bright light.

  • Comment éviter une deuxième panne ? How can we avert a second breakdown?

  • Essaie de ne pas détourner les yeux pendant l'entretien. Try not to avert your eyes during the interview.

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FAQ about “éviter”

How is “éviter” translated from French?
“éviter” translates into English as “Avert”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “éviter” mean?
Meaning of “éviter”: Empêcher qu'une chose grave se produise. In English — “Avert”.
What part of speech is “éviter”?
“éviter” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “éviter”?
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How can I memorize “éviter”?
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