perfectionner

to perfect

verb pehr-fehk-syoh-NEH Rare

Also means

to improve

Usage Note

Perfectionner means to bring something to a higher level of quality or skill. Se perfectionner (reflexive) means 'to improve oneself', often in a language or craft: se perfectionner en français (to improve one's French). Related noun: le perfectionnement (improvement, polishing of skills).

Examples

"Elle veut se perfectionner en piano."

Natural Translation

She wants to improve her piano skills.

Literal Translation

She wants to perfect herself in piano.

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