This is the 2909th most frequent French word.
estimer
To estimate or to value.
'Estimer' here expresses estimating or calculating an approximate value or cost for something specific.
Je peux estimer le coût des travaux nécessaires.
I can estimate the cost of the necessary works.
'Estimer' in this sentence means assessing or evaluating the extent or importance of a concept or situation.
Il est difficile d'estimer la portée de ses responsabilités.
It is difficult to assess the scope of his responsibilities.
'Estimer' here is used to denote respect or high regard based on someone's qualities.