French Expression · Advanced
Un levier
A lever / A means / A tool
Pronunciation: œ̃ lə.VJE
Meaning
Figuratively, something that can be used to influence or achieve a particular goal, like a tool or a means of action.
Example
L'innovation est un levier important pour la croissance économique.
Innovation is an important lever for economic growth.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice Un levier 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.