la colère
anger
C'est un sentiment fort que l'on ressent quand on est très mécontent ou irrité par quelque chose ou quelqu'un.
Word: colère
Language: French
Meaning in English:
The word "colère" means "anger" or "wrath" in English.
Explanation:
Colère is a feminine noun in French that refers to a strong feeling of displeasure or rage caused by some offense, displeasure, or disappointment.
Parts of the word:
- It is a simple noun, not composed of parts in this case.
- Pronunciation: [kɔ.lɛʁ]
Synonyms:
- Fureur (fury)
- Ire (wrath)
- Rage (rage)
- Mécontentement (displeasure)
- Courroux (wrath, but more formal or literary)
Antonyms:
- Calme (calm)
- Sérénité (serenity)
- Paix (peace)
- Contentement (contentment)
Additional Information:
- The word is used not only for personal emotional anger but can also describe collective/mass anger or divine wrath, depending on the context.
Example sentence in French:
- Il était rempli de colère après la dispute.
(He was filled with anger after the argument.)
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Examples
Sa colère était évidente après la réunion.noun
His anger was evident after the meeting.
Sa colère a duré longtemps.noun
His anger lasted a long time.
La colère de l’enfant a surpris tout le monde.noun
The child's anger surprised everyone.
La colère lui a fait dire des mots durs.noun
Anger made him say harsh words.
La colère finit souvent par causer des regrets.noun
Anger often ends up causing regrets.
La colère peut parfois cacher la tristesse.noun
Anger can sometimes hide sadness.
La colère des enfants a surpris tout le monde.noun
The anger of the children surprised everyone.
Il parle toujours avec colère quand il est vexé.noun
He always speaks with anger when he is upset.
Il a essayé de cacher sa colère pendant la réunion.noun
He tried to hide his anger during the meeting.
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