This is the 10307th most frequent French word.
insuffler
"Insuffler" means "to inspire, breathe life into, or instill."
Insuffler is used to mean ‘instill’ or ‘imbue’, indicating the transfer of an abstract quality into someone.
Le professeur essaie d'insuffler de la confiance en ses élèves.
The teacher tries to instill confidence in his students.
Insuffler is used to mean ‘blow’ or ‘inject’ air to fulfill a medical procedure.
Le médecin a dû insuffler de l'air dans les poumons du patient.
The doctor had to blow air into the patient's lungs.
Insuffler is used metaphorically to mean ‘infuse’ or ‘introduce’ a feeling or trait to an audience.