French Expression · Intermediate
Prendre des mesures
To take measures / To take steps
Pronunciation: PRA(N)dr dé me-ZUR
Meaning
To implement actions or precautions to achieve a goal or solve a problem.
Example
Il faut prendre des mesures urgentes pour limiter la pollution.
Urgent measures must be taken to limit pollution.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice Prendre des mesures 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.