French Word · Intermediate
Approfondir
To deepen / To explore in depth
Pronunciation: ah-proh-fawn-DEER
Meaning
To study or investigate something in greater detail; to make something more profound.
Example
J'aimerais approfondir mes connaissances en histoire de l'art.
I would like to deepen my knowledge of art history.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice Approfondir out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a intermediate-level French word.