réussir
to succeed / to pass (an exam)
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/ʁe.y.siʁ/
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Cultural Note
In French, 'réussir un examen' means to pass an exam (succeed), while 'passer un examen' means to take/sit for an exam — not to pass it. This is a frequent source of confusion for English speakers.
📝 Example Sentences
Il a réussi son examen du premier coup.
He passed his exam on the first try.
Pour réussir dans ce métier, il faut de la persévérance.
To succeed in this profession, you need perseverance.