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enemy in French

enemy in French is ennemi, ennemie — enemy means a person who is hostile toward, or actively opposes, another.

enemy in French

ennemi
noun
Someone who is hostile to, feels hatred towards, opposes the interests of, or intends injury to someone else.
ennemie
noun
Someone who is hostile to, feels hatred towards, opposes the interests of, or intends injury to someone else.
ennemi
noun

What does "enemy" mean?

  1. noun A person who is hostile toward, or actively opposes, another.
    "She never saw the neighbour as an enemy, despite their many arguments."
  2. noun An opposing military force or fighter in a conflict.
    "The enemy retreated across the river before dawn."
  3. noun Something that threatens or works against a particular goal or interest.
    "Clutter is the enemy of a calm, tidy home."
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enemy in a sentence

  • She never saw the neighbour as an enemy, despite their many arguments.
  • He made an enemy of his former business partner.
  • The enemy retreated across the river before dawn.
  • Scouts reported that the enemy had moved closer to the village overnight.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "enemy" in French?
"enemy" in French is ennemi, ennemie. enemy means: A person who is hostile toward, or actively opposes, another.
How do you use "enemy" in a sentence?
Example: "She never saw the neighbour as an enemy, despite their many arguments." In French, "enemy" is ennemi, ennemie.
Are there other ways to say "enemy" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "enemy": ennemi, ennemie.
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