How is the word ombre translated from French to English

English translation
shadow
noun

La forme sombre créée quand la lumière est bloquée.

The dark shape made when light is blocked.

Examples with “ombre”

See how the word “ombre” is used in sentences

  • Son ombre s'étirait sur le mur. — His shadow fell across the wall.

  • J'ai décidé de filer mon amie pendant sa réunion. — I decided to shadow my friend during her meeting.

  • Il y avait un soupçon de doute dans sa voix. — There was a shadow of doubt in his voice.

  • Le chat courait après sa propre ombre. — The cat chased its own shadow.

  • Peux-tu me filer aujourd'hui pour ton exercice ? — Can you shadow me today for your assignment?

  • Son sourire laissait voir un soupçon de tristesse. — Her smile showed a shadow of sadness.

  • Vois-tu une ombre sous la porte ? — Can you see a shadow under the door?

  • Le détective filera le suspect ce soir. — The detective will shadow the suspect tonight.

  • Un soupçon d'espoir subsistait malgré les difficultés. — A shadow of hope remained despite the challenges.

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