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dash in French

dash in French is tiret, ta, trait — dash means to run or move quickly, usually for a short distance.

dash in French

tiret
noun
(typography) Any of the following symbols: ‒ (figure dash), – (en dash), — (em dash), or ― (horizontal bar).
ta
noun
(by extension) The longer of the two symbols of Morse code.
trait
noun
(by extension) The longer of the two symbols of Morse code.
sprint
noun
A short run, flight.
soupçon
noun
A small quantity of a liquid substance etc.; less than 1/8 of a teaspoon.
bondir
verb
(intransitive) To run quickly or for a short distance.
se précipiter
verb
(intransitive) To run quickly or for a short distance.
se ruer
verb
(intransitive) To run quickly or for a short distance.
sprinter
verb
(intransitive) To run quickly or for a short distance.
se barrer
verb
(intransitive, informal) To leave or depart.
se tirer
verb
(intransitive, informal) To leave or depart.
balancer
verb
(transitive, dated) To mix, reduce, or adulterate, by throwing in something of an inferior quality.
jeter
verb
(transitive, dated) To mix, reduce, or adulterate, by throwing in something of an inferior quality.
doucher
verb
(transitive, of hopes or dreams) To ruin; to destroy.
bâcler
verb
(transitive, usually with down or off) To complete hastily.

What does "dash" mean?

  1. verb To run or move quickly, usually for a short distance.
    "She dashed to the station to catch the last train."
  2. verb To destroy or ruin something, especially hopes or plans.
    "The injury dashed his hopes of competing in the final."
  3. noun A short horizontal line used in punctuation, or a small added amount of something.
    "Add a dash of lemon juice to the sauce."

dash in a sentence

  • She dashed to the station to catch the last train.
  • He dashed across the road without looking.
  • The injury dashed his hopes of competing in the final.
  • Add a dash of lemon juice to the sauce.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "dash" in French?

"dash" in French is tiret, ta, trait. dash means: To run or move quickly, usually for a short distance.

How do you use "dash" in a sentence?

Example: "She dashed to the station to catch the last train." In French, "dash" is tiret, ta, trait.

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

Yes — French has 15 translations listed for "dash": tiret, ta, trait, sprint, soupçon, bondir.

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