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crave in French

crave in French is désirer, implorer, souhaiter — crave means to have an intense desire for something, especially food, comfort, or attention.

crave in French

désirer
verb
(ambitransitive) To desire strongly, so as to satisfy an appetite; to long or yearn for.
implorer
verb
(ambitransitive) To desire strongly, so as to satisfy an appetite; to long or yearn for.
souhaiter
verb
(ambitransitive) To desire strongly, so as to satisfy an appetite; to long or yearn for.
implorer
verb
(transitive, archaic, or, literary) To ask for earnestly; to beg or demand, as from a figure of authority.

What does "crave" mean?

  1. verb To have an intense desire for something, especially food, comfort, or attention.
    "She craved chocolate every afternoon during her pregnancy."
  2. verb Formal: to ask for something earnestly, especially from someone with authority.
    "The petitioner craved the court's indulgence for a short delay."
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crave in a sentence

  • She craved chocolate every afternoon during her pregnancy.
  • After months alone, he craved conversation with another person.
  • The petitioner craved the court's indulgence for a short delay.

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What is "crave" in French?

"crave" in French is désirer, implorer, souhaiter. crave means: To have an intense desire for something, especially food, comfort, or attention.

How do you use "crave" in a sentence?

Example: "She craved chocolate every afternoon during her pregnancy." In French, "crave" is désirer, implorer, souhaiter.

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

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "crave": désirer, implorer, souhaiter.

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