French Expression · Advanced
Faire preuve de
To demonstrate / to show (e.g., patience, courage)
Pronunciation: fer PR(EU)V duh
Meaning
To exhibit or display a particular quality or emotion.
Example
Il a fait preuve d'un grand professionnalisme face à la crise.
He demonstrated great professionalism in the face of the crisis.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice Faire preuve de 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 advanced-level French expression.