réussir
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., éternuer.).
intransitive verb
a. to succeed
Pour réussir dans la vie, commencez par vous fixer des objectifs.To succeed in life, start by setting goals.
b. to do well
Siham est devenue dentiste. Elle a très bien réussi dans son domaine.Siham became a dentist. She has done really well in her field.
c. to be a success
Notre plan a parfaitement réussi.Our plan was a complete success.
a. to manage to
J’ai réussi à déboucher l’évier, mais il faudra faire plus attention à l’avenir.I managed to unclog the sink, but we'll have to be more careful in the future.
b. to succeed in
Plusieurs pays ont réussi à réduire leurs émissions de gaz à effet de serre.Several countries have succeeded in reducing their greenhouse gas emissions.
a. to agree with
Le piment ne réussit pas à tout le monde.Chili pepper doesn’t agree with everyone.
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., acheter).
transitive verb
a. to pull off
Le patineur a tenté un saut difficile, mais ne l’a pas réussi.The skater attempted a difficult jump but couldn't pull it off.
b. to bring off
Cette année encore, notre entreprise a réussi une grande prouesse technologique.Once again this year, our company has brought off a great technological feat.
c. to make a success of
Myriam est déterminée à réussir sa reconversion professionnelle.Myriam is determined to make a success of her career change.
d. to pass (for an exam)
J’ai réussi mon contrôle de maths !I passed my math test!
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