Reculer (en. To move back)
[ʁ(ə)kyle]
Synonyms
- démarquer
- retraire
- revenir en arrière
- reverser
Slang Meanings
To be hesitant or lack courage.
In this situation, he backed down.
Dans cette situation, il a fait le reculer.
To flee or escape from a difficult situation.
He completely backed down from the consequences.
Il a complètement reculé devant les conséquences.