accidental in French
accidental in French is accidentel, altération — accidental means happening by chance rather than on purpose.
accidental in French
accidentel
Happening by chance, or unexpectedly; taking place not according to the usual course of things; by accident, unintentional. [from 16th c.]
altération
(music) A sharp, flat, or natural, occurring not at the commencement of a piece of music as the signature, but before a particular note.
What does "accidental" mean?
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adj Happening by chance rather than on purpose.
"The fire was ruled accidental, not the result of arson."
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adj Not essential to the basic nature of something; incidental.
"The color of the box is accidental to its function."
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accidental in a sentence
- The fire was ruled accidental, not the result of arson.
- The color of the box is accidental to its function.
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What is "accidental" in French?
"accidental" in French is accidentel, altération. accidental means: Happening by chance rather than on purpose.
How do you use "accidental" in a sentence?
Example: "The fire was ruled accidental, not the result of arson." In French, "accidental" is accidentel, altération.
Are there other ways to say "accidental" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "accidental": accidentel, altération.
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