C1 Collocation フォーマル

conforter une position

to strengthen a position

意味

To reinforce an argument, stance, or strategic advantage.

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文化的背景

In French corporate culture, 'conforter sa position' is a key phrase in annual reviews (entretiens annuels). It shows ambition without being overly aggressive. Usage is identical to France, but you might also hear 'solidifier ses acquis', which is a common regional alternative in professional settings. Presidents often use this phrase during the 'Vœux présidentiels' (New Year's address) to reassure the public that France is maintaining its global influence. In a 'thèse de doctorat', using 'conforter' to link your findings to established theory is a sign of high-level academic register.

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The 'Vient' Trick

Use 'vient conforter' (comes to reinforce) to sound more natural when talking about new evidence. 'Cette étude vient conforter mon idée' sounds better than 'Cette étude conforte mon idée'.

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False Friend Alert

Never use 'conforter' for physical comfort. If you say 'Je me conforte dans mon lit', people will think you are strengthening your political stance while under the covers.

意味

To reinforce an argument, stance, or strategic advantage.

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The 'Vient' Trick

Use 'vient conforter' (comes to reinforce) to sound more natural when talking about new evidence. 'Cette étude vient conforter mon idée' sounds better than 'Cette étude conforte mon idée'.

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False Friend Alert

Never use 'conforter' for physical comfort. If you say 'Je me conforte dans mon lit', people will think you are strengthening your political stance while under the covers.

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Debate Etiquette

In a French debate, saying 'Cela me conforte dans ma position' is a polite but firm way to say 'You haven't changed my mind; in fact, you've made me more sure I'm right'.

自分をテスト

Choisissez entre 'conforter' et 'réconforter'.

Après sa rupture, j'ai dû la ______, mais ses nouveaux projets vont ______ sa position sociale.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: réconforter / conforter

We console a person (réconforter) and strengthen a status (conforter).

Quelle phrase est la plus naturelle dans un rapport de business ?

L'entreprise veut...

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: conforter sa position sur le marché.

This is the standard professional collocation for market share.

Associez l'action à l'objectif.

Un candidat politique cite des chiffres de chômage en baisse.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Pour conforter sa position de bon gestionnaire.

He uses data to reinforce his professional image.

Complétez le dialogue avec la forme correcte.

A: Tu penses que cet argument est utile ? B: Oui, il va nous ______ dans notre décision.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: conforter

The verb 'conforter' is used to reinforce someone in their decision.

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Conforter vs Réconforter

Conforter
Position Status
Argument Logic
Réconforter
Ami Friend
Enfant Child

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Choisissez entre 'conforter' et 'réconforter'. Fill Blank B2

Après sa rupture, j'ai dû la ______, mais ses nouveaux projets vont ______ sa position sociale.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: réconforter / conforter

We console a person (réconforter) and strengthen a status (conforter).

Quelle phrase est la plus naturelle dans un rapport de business ? Choose B1

L'entreprise veut...

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: conforter sa position sur le marché.

This is the standard professional collocation for market share.

Associez l'action à l'objectif. situation_matching C1

Un candidat politique cite des chiffres de chômage en baisse.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Pour conforter sa position de bon gestionnaire.

He uses data to reinforce his professional image.

Complétez le dialogue avec la forme correcte. dialogue_completion B2

A: Tu penses que cet argument est utile ? B: Oui, il va nous ______ dans notre décision.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: conforter

The verb 'conforter' is used to reinforce someone in their decision.

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よくある質問

10 問

Yes, but only in the sense of reinforcing their opinion or status. 'Je l'ai conforté dans son idée' means I made him more sure of his idea.

Yes. 'Renforcer' is general (like strengthening a muscle), while 'conforter' is specifically used for abstract things like positions, leads, and arguments.

The noun 'confortation' exists but is extremely rare and technical (construction). Usually, we use 'le renforcement' or 'la consolidation'.

Absolutely. It's very common to say a team 'conforte sa place de leader' after a win.

Yes, 'conforter' is a transitive verb. You must conforter *something*.

The most common opposites are 'fragiliser une position' or 'ébranler une position' (to shake a position).

Yes! It means to make a doubt even stronger. 'Cela ne fait que conforter mes doutes' (This only reinforces my doubts).

Yes, 'Sa position a été confortée par les événements' is very common in news reporting.

It is used to describe something that reinforces a feeling. 'C'est une nouvelle confortante' (It's reassuring/reinforcing news).

Because it requires distinguishing between similar-looking verbs (réconforter) and using a specific professional register correctly.

関連フレーズ

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Asseoir son autorité

similar

To establish one's authority firmly.

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Étayer un argument

specialized form

To prop up an argument with evidence.

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Réconforter quelqu'un

contrast

To console someone.

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Consolider ses acquis

synonym

To consolidate what one has already gained.

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