French Word · Advanced
Pragmatique
Pragmatic / practical
Pronunciation: prah-gma-TEEK
Meaning
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations.
Example
Il a une approche très pragmatique pour résoudre les problèmes.
He has a very pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice Pragmatique 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 word.