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feign in French

feign in French is feindre — feign means to pretend to feel or have something that isn't real.

feign in French

feindre
verb
To make a false show or pretence of; to counterfeit or simulate.

What does "feign" mean?

  1. verb To pretend to feel or have something that isn't real.
    "She feigned surprise when they announced the winner, even though she already knew."
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feign in a sentence

  • She feigned surprise when they announced the winner, even though she already knew.
  • He feigned illness to avoid going to work.

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What is "feign" in French?

"feign" in French is feindre. feign means: To pretend to feel or have something that isn't real.

How do you use "feign" in a sentence?

Example: "She feigned surprise when they announced the winner, even though she already knew." In French, "feign" is feindre.

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