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firecracker in French

firecracker in French is pétard, soupe au lait, coléreuse — firecracker means a small paper-wrapped explosive that makes a loud bang, used for celebrations.

firecracker in French

pétard
noun
A small explosive device, typically containing a small amount of gunpowder in a tightly-wound roll of paper, primarily designed to produce a large bang.
pétard
noun
(slang) An individual who is quick-tempered, rambunctious, or unpredictable.
soupe au lait
noun
(slang) An individual who is quick-tempered, rambunctious, or unpredictable.
coléreuse
noun
(slang) An individual who is quick-tempered, rambunctious, or unpredictable.
coléreux
noun
(slang) An individual who is quick-tempered, rambunctious, or unpredictable.

What does "firecracker" mean?

  1. noun A small paper-wrapped explosive that makes a loud bang, used for celebrations.
    "Children set off firecrackers to celebrate the new year."
  2. noun An exciting, energetic, or unpredictable person.
    "She's a firecracker — full of energy and always ready with a comeback."
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firecracker in a sentence

  • Children set off firecrackers to celebrate the new year.
  • She's a firecracker — full of energy and always ready with a comeback.

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What is "firecracker" in French?
"firecracker" in French is pétard, soupe au lait, coléreuse. firecracker means: A small paper-wrapped explosive that makes a loud bang, used for celebrations.
How do you use "firecracker" in a sentence?
Example: "Children set off firecrackers to celebrate the new year." In French, "firecracker" is pétard, soupe au lait, coléreuse.
Are there other ways to say "firecracker" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "firecracker": pétard, soupe au lait, coléreuse, coléreux.
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