distant in French
distant in French is lointain, distant, éloigné — distant means far away in space or time.
distant in French
lointain
Far off (physically, logically or mentally).
distant
Far off (physically, logically or mentally).
éloigné
Far off (physically, logically or mentally).
What does "distant" mean?
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adj Far away in space or time.
"They could see a distant mountain range on the horizon."
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adj Emotionally cold or unwilling to show warmth toward others.
"He seemed distant and preoccupied all evening."
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distant in a sentence
- They could see a distant mountain range on the horizon.
- In the distant future, space travel may be routine.
- He seemed distant and preoccupied all evening.
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What is "distant" in French?
"distant" in French is lointain, distant, éloigné. distant means: Far away in space or time.
How do you use "distant" in a sentence?
Example: "They could see a distant mountain range on the horizon." In French, "distant" is lointain, distant, éloigné.
Are there other ways to say "distant" in French?
Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "distant": lointain, distant, éloigné.
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