effet
/ɛ.fɛ/
In French, 'effect' is translated as effet.
effet refers to a change that is a result or consequence of an action or another cause. To express the idea that something has an effect on something else, the standard phrase to use is avoir un effet sur.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables: /ɛ.fɛ/. The pronunciation is /ɛ.fɛ/.
Did you know?
- The word effet can also refer to personal belongings or moveable property, particularly in the phrase mes effets personnels.
- The term effet d'annonce describes the temporary excitement or perceived impact created by a public announcement, which often vanishes once the actual details are revealed.
- In French, 'un effet de mode' refers to a 'fashion craze' or a passing trend, rather than a literal physical effect of clothing.
Examples in context
- Les médicaments ont des effets secondaires.Medicines have side effects.
- Quel est l'effet de cette politique économique ?What is the effect of this economic policy?
- Cette décision aura un impact sur l'ensemble de l'industrie.This decision will have an effect on the entire industry.
- Ce médicament met un peu de temps à faire effet.This medicine takes a bit of time to take effect.
- Ce changement aura un impact positif sur notre entreprise.This change will have a positive effect on our company.
- Les nouvelles règles auront un effet dissuasif.The new rules will have a dissuasive effect.
- Un effet puissantA powerful effect
- Des effets négatifsNegative effects
- Le médicament a un effet immédiat.The medicine has an immediate effect.
- Cette décision aura un effet sur nous.This decision will have an effect on us.
- L'effet de la pluie est visible.The effect of the rain is visible.
Example conversation
Hugo and Manon are discussing a new skincare product.
- HugoTu vois l'effet de cette crème ?Do you see the effect of this cream?
- ManonOui, ma peau est très douce.Yes, my skin is very soft.
- HugoL'effet est vraiment impressionnant.The effect is truly impressive.
- ManonJe suis contente de l'avoir achetée.I am happy that I bought it.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry effet, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
