How is the word prétendre translated from French to English

Affirmer qu'une chose est vraie sans le prouver.

To say something is true without proving it.

verb
English translation
Claim

Examples with “prétendre”

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  • Il prétend avoir tout vu. He claims he saw the whole thing.

  • La demande d'indemnisation a pris un mois. The insurance claim took a month.

  • Elle a décidé de réclamer son héritage aujourd'hui. She decided to claim her inheritance today.

  • Je ne prétends pas connaître la réponse. I don't claim to know the answer.

  • As-tu déjà déposé une demande d'indemnisation ? Have you filed a claim yet?

  • Puis-je réclamer mon colis perdu au bureau ? Can I claim my lost package from the office?

  • Pourquoi prétendre cela sans preuve ? Why would anyone claim that without proof?

  • L'assureur a rejeté ma demande d'indemnisation la semaine dernière. The insurer rejected my claim last week.

  • Réclame ton prix avant la date limite. Please claim your prize before the deadline.

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FAQ about “prétendre”

How is “prétendre” translated from French?
“prétendre” translates into English as “Claim”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “prétendre” mean?
Meaning of “prétendre”: Affirmer qu'une chose est vraie sans le prouver. In English — “Claim”.
What part of speech is “prétendre”?
“prétendre” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “prétendre”?
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