circle in French

circle in French is cercle, cerne, yeux cernés — circle means a perfectly round, flat shape where every point on the edge is the same distance from the centre.

circle in French

cercle

noun

cerne

noun

(in the plural) A bagginess of the skin below the eyes from lack of sleep.

yeux cernés

noun

(in the plural) A bagginess of the skin below the eyes from lack of sleep.

cercler

verb

(transitive) To travel around along a curved path.

encercler

verb

(transitive) To surround.

entourer

verb

(transitive) To surround.

encercler

verb

(transitive) To place or mark a circle around.

What does "circle" mean?

noun A perfectly round, flat shape where every point on the edge is the same distance from the centre.
"She drew a circle around the correct answer."
noun A group of people connected by friendship, interest, or social standing.
"He moved in influential political circles."
verb To move in a curved path around something, or to draw a ring around it.
"The hawk circled slowly above the field."

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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”.

circle in a sentence

She drew a circle around the correct answer.
He moved in influential political circles.
She has a small but close circle of friends.
The hawk circled slowly above the field.

Similar words in French

band circuit roach roundabout

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "circle" in French?

"circle" in French is cercle, cerne, yeux cernés. circle means: A perfectly round, flat shape where every point on the edge is the same distance from the centre.

How do you use "circle" in a sentence?

Example: "She drew a circle around the correct answer." In French, "circle" is cercle, cerne, yeux cernés.

Are there other ways to say "circle" in French?

Yes — French has 6 translations listed for "circle": cercle, cerne, yeux cernés, cercler, encercler, entourer.

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