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catch fire in French

catch fire in French is prendre feu, enflammer.

catch fire in French

prendre feu

verb

(idiomatic) To become engulfed in flames, to combust.

enflammer

verb

(idiomatic) To become engulfed in flames, to combust.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "catch fire" in French?

"catch fire" in French is prendre feu, enflammer.

Are there other ways to say "catch fire" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "catch fire": prendre feu, enflammer.

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