French Expression · Intermediate
Le constat
The observation / The finding
Pronunciation: le ko(n)-STA
Meaning
A statement of fact, an observation, or a finding, often in a formal context (e.g., police report, official assessment).
Example
Le constat est simple : le projet a échoué.
The finding is simple: the project failed.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice Le constat 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 expression.