affair in French
affair in French is liaison, aventure — affair means a matter, event, or piece of business, especially one being discussed in a general or vague way.
affair in French
liaison
A person with whom someone has an adulterous relationship.
aventure
A person with whom someone has an adulterous relationship.
What does "affair" mean?
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noun A matter, event, or piece of business, especially one being discussed in a general or vague way.
"The whole affair was handled quietly to avoid embarrassment."
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noun A secret romantic or sexual relationship, especially involving someone who is already in a committed relationship.
"The scandal broke after his affair with a colleague came to light."
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noun A social event, especially a formal or elaborate one.
"Their wedding was a lavish affair with three hundred guests."
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affair in a sentence
- The whole affair was handled quietly to avoid embarrassment.
- It turned into a messy legal affair that dragged on for years.
- The scandal broke after his affair with a colleague came to light.
- She ended the affair once she realised how much it was hurting her family.
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What is "affair" in French?
"affair" in French is liaison, aventure. affair means: A matter, event, or piece of business, especially one being discussed in a general or vague way.
How do you use "affair" in a sentence?
Example: "The whole affair was handled quietly to avoid embarrassment." In French, "affair" is liaison, aventure.
Are there other ways to say "affair" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "affair": liaison, aventure.
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