Pratiquait (en. Practiced)
/pʁatika/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To carry out an activity or profession regularly.
He practiced music every day.
Il pratiquait la musique tous les jours.
To apply a method or technique in a concrete situation.
She practiced meditation exercises.
Elle pratiquait des exercices de méditation.
To repeat an action to gain experience.
We practiced our speech before the presentation.
Nous pratiquions notre discours avant la présentation.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'pratiquer', from Latin 'practicare' meaning 'to put into practice'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to practice a sport
Engaging in a sporting activity.
pratiquer un sport
to practice art
Involving oneself in artistic activities.
pratiquer l'art
to practice the language
Investing in the use and learning of a language.
pratiquer la langue
Related Words
practice
The implementation of a method or technique.
pratique
practitioner
Professional working in a specific field.
praticien
Slang Meanings
To be active in a particular area.
He practices skateboarding intensely; he is always on his board.
Il pratique le skate à fond, il est toujours sur sa planche.
To do something regularly.
She practices yoga every morning as a ritual.
Elle pratique le yoga chaque matin comme un rituel.