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downplay in French

downplay in French is minimiser — downplay means to make something seem less important than it really is.

downplay in French

minimiser

verb

(transitive) To de-emphasize; to present or portray as less important or consequential.

What does "downplay" mean?

verb To make something seem less important than it really is.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Similar words in French

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Common French translations

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What is "downplay" in French?

"downplay" in French is minimiser. downplay means: To make something seem less important than it really is.

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