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friction in French

friction in French is friction, frottement, désaccord — friction means the resistance created when one surface rubs against another.

friction in French

friction
noun
The rubbing of one object or surface against another.
frottement
noun
The rubbing of one object or surface against another.
frottement
noun
(physics) A force that resists the relative motion or tendency to such motion of two bodies in contact.
friction
noun
(physics) A force that resists the relative motion or tendency to such motion of two bodies in contact.
désaccord
noun
frottement
noun

What does "friction" mean?

  1. noun The resistance created when one surface rubs against another.
    "Oil reduces friction between the moving parts of the engine."
  2. noun Disagreement or tension between people with different views.
    "There was noticeable friction between the two departments over budget cuts."

friction in a sentence

  • Oil reduces friction between the moving parts of the engine.
  • There was noticeable friction between the two departments over budget cuts.

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What is "friction" in French?

"friction" in French is friction, frottement, désaccord. friction means: The resistance created when one surface rubs against another.

How do you use "friction" in a sentence?

Example: "Oil reduces friction between the moving parts of the engine." In French, "friction" is friction, frottement, désaccord.

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

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "friction": friction, frottement, désaccord.

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