endommager
/ɑ̃.dɔ.ma.ʒe/verb★Intermediate
general
To cause harm or damage to something, making it less functional or valuable.
Le feu a endommagé la maison.
The fire damaged the house.
Les intempéries ont endommagé le toit.
The bad weather damaged the roof.
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This verb is commonly used to describe physical or functional harm to objects, structures, or systems.
Collocations
endommager gravementto seriously damageendommager irréparablementto damage beyond repair
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Common Usage
'Endommager' is often followed by the preposition 'à' when referring to the object being damaged, e.g., 'endommager à' (to damage to).
📖Word Origin
From the French prefix 'en-' (to make) and 'dommage' (damage), meaning 'to cause damage'.
📝Usage Notes
This verb is often used in formal and technical contexts, such as insurance reports, engineering assessments, and legal documents.
Word Breakdown
en-
to make
prefixdommage
damage
root-er
verb ending
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