maîtriser
/mɛ.tʁi.ze/
1.
verbInf1stPres
to master (a skill or subject)
to be proficient in
to have command of
Il commence à bien maîtriser le logiciel.
He's starting to get the hang of the software.
Synonyms:dominer, savoir, connaître
2.
verbInf1stPres
to control
to restrain
to keep in check
Elle a du mal à maîtriser sa colère.
She has a hard time controlling her anger.
Synonyms:contrôler, retenir, contenir, calmer
