How do you say pretend in french?

There are a few ways to say "pretend" in French, depending on the context:

Most common:

* Faire semblant de (to pretend to)

* Example: "Elle fait semblant de dormir." (She pretends to be sleeping.)

Other options:

* Jouer à (to play at)

* Example: "Les enfants jouent à faire semblant d'être des pirates." (The children are playing at being pirates.)

* Simuler (to simulate, to fake)

* Example: "Il a simulé une blessure pour éviter de travailler." (He faked an injury to avoid working.)

* Feindre (to feign, to pretend)

* Example: "Elle feint la surprise." (She pretends to be surprised.)

The best choice will depend on the specific situation and the nuance you want to convey.