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embrace in French

embrace in French is étreinte, embrassade, accolade — embrace means to hold someone closely in your arms as a sign of affection; to hug.

embrace in French

étreinte
noun
An act of putting arms around someone and bringing the person close to the chest; a hug.
embrassade
noun
An act of putting arms around someone and bringing the person close to the chest; a hug.
accolade
noun
An act of putting arms around someone and bringing the person close to the chest; a hug.
embrassement
noun
An act of putting arms around someone and bringing the person close to the chest; a hug.
embrasser
verb
(transitive) To clasp (someone or each other) in the arms with affection; to take in the arms; to hug.
étreindre
verb
(transitive) To clasp (someone or each other) in the arms with affection; to take in the arms; to hug.
embrasser
verb
(transitive, figuratively) To enfold, to include (ideas, principles, etc.); to encompass.

What does "embrace" mean?

  1. verb To hold someone closely in your arms as a sign of affection; to hug.
    "They embraced tightly at the airport after months apart."
  2. verb To accept an idea, opportunity, or change willingly and enthusiastically.
    "The company decided to embrace remote work rather than resist it."
  3. noun An act of holding someone closely in one's arms; a hug.
    "They shared a warm embrace before saying goodbye."
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embrace in a sentence

  • They embraced tightly at the airport after months apart.
  • She embraced her old friend the moment she saw her.
  • The company decided to embrace remote work rather than resist it.
  • He embraced the challenge instead of shying away from it.

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What is "embrace" in French?

"embrace" in French is étreinte, embrassade, accolade. embrace means: To hold someone closely in your arms as a sign of affection; to hug.

How do you use "embrace" in a sentence?

Example: "They embraced tightly at the airport after months apart." In French, "embrace" is étreinte, embrassade, accolade.

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

Yes — French has 6 translations listed for "embrace": étreinte, embrassade, accolade, embrassement, embrasser, étreindre.

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