instill in French
instill in French is inculquer, instiller — instill means to gradually establish an idea, feeling, or value in someone's mind so it becomes part of who they are.
instill in French
inculquer
(transitive) To cause a quality to become part of someone's nature.
instiller
(transitive) To pour in (medicine, for example) drop by drop.
What does "instill" mean?
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verb To gradually establish an idea, feeling, or value in someone's mind so it becomes part of who they are.
"Her parents instilled a strong work ethic in her from a young age."
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verb To add a liquid slowly, drop by drop, often for medical purposes.
"The nurse instilled the eye drops carefully."
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instill in a sentence
- Her parents instilled a strong work ethic in her from a young age.
- Good coaches instill confidence as much as skill.
- The nurse instilled the eye drops carefully.
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What is "instill" in French?
"instill" in French is inculquer, instiller. instill means: To gradually establish an idea, feeling, or value in someone's mind so it becomes part of who they are.
How do you use "instill" in a sentence?
Example: "Her parents instilled a strong work ethic in her from a young age." In French, "instill" is inculquer, instiller.
Are there other ways to say "instill" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "instill": inculquer, instiller.
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