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fin in French

fin in French is nageoire, aileron, empennage — fin means one of the flat, wing-like parts on a fish or marine animal used for swimming and steering.

fin in French

nageoire
noun
(ichthyology, zootomy) One of the appendages of a fish, used to propel itself and to manoeuvre/maneuver.
aileron
noun
(ichthyology, zootomy) One of the appendages of a fish, used to propel itself and to manoeuvre/maneuver.
nageoire
noun
A similar appendage of a cetacean or other marine animal.
empennage
noun
palme
noun
A device worn by divers and swimmers on their feet.
nageoire
noun
A device worn by divers and swimmers on their feet.

What does "fin" mean?

  1. noun One of the flat, wing-like parts on a fish or marine animal used for swimming and steering.
    "The shark's dorsal fin sliced through the surface of the water."
  2. noun A rigid, blade-like part sticking out from an aircraft, rocket, or vehicle to help it stay stable or steer.
    "The tail fin keeps the aircraft flying straight."
  3. noun A flipper worn on the foot for swimming or diving.
    "She strapped on her fins before jumping into the pool."

fin in a sentence

  • The shark's dorsal fin sliced through the surface of the water.
  • The tail fin keeps the aircraft flying straight.
  • She strapped on her fins before jumping into the pool.

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Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "fin" in French?

"fin" in French is nageoire, aileron, empennage. fin means: One of the flat, wing-like parts on a fish or marine animal used for swimming and steering.

How do you use "fin" in a sentence?

Example: "The shark's dorsal fin sliced through the surface of the water." In French, "fin" is nageoire, aileron, empennage.

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

Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "fin": nageoire, aileron, empennage, palme.

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