fallout in French
fallout in French is retombées, répercussions — fallout means radioactive dust and debris that settles after a nuclear explosion.
fallout in French
retombées
The event of small airborne particles falling to the ground in significant quantities as a result of major industrial activity, volcano eruption, sandstorm, nuclear explosion, etc.
retombées
A negative side effect; an undesirable or unexpected consequence.
répercussions
A negative side effect; an undesirable or unexpected consequence.
What does "fallout" mean?
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noun Radioactive dust and debris that settles after a nuclear explosion.
"Fallout from the blast contaminated the surrounding countryside for years."
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noun The unpleasant or unexpected consequences of an event or decision.
"The political fallout from the scandal cost him his job."
fallout in a sentence
- Fallout from the blast contaminated the surrounding countryside for years.
- The political fallout from the scandal cost him his job.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "fallout" in French?
"fallout" in French is retombées, répercussions. fallout means: Radioactive dust and debris that settles after a nuclear explosion.
How do you use "fallout" in a sentence?
Example: "Fallout from the blast contaminated the surrounding countryside for years." In French, "fallout" is retombées, répercussions.
Are there other ways to say "fallout" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "fallout": retombées, répercussions.
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