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funk in French

funk in French is puanteur, funk — funk means a strong, unpleasant smell, especially body odor.

funk in French

puanteur
noun
(countable) Foul or unpleasant smell, especially body odor.
funk
noun
(uncountable, music genre) A style of music derived from 1960s soul music, with elements of rock and other styles, characterized by a prominent bass guitar, dance-friendly sound, a strong emphasis on the downbeat, and much syncopation.

What does "funk" mean?

  1. noun A strong, unpleasant smell, especially body odor.
    "The locker room had a distinct funk after the game."
  2. noun A style of rhythmic dance music derived from soul music, featuring a strong bass line and syncopated beat.
    "James Brown is often credited as one of the founders of funk."
  3. noun A state of depression, gloom, or nervous fear.
    "After losing the job, he fell into a real funk for weeks."
  4. verb To give off an unpleasant smell.
    "The gym bag was funking up the whole car."

funk in a sentence

  • The locker room had a distinct funk after the game.
  • James Brown is often credited as one of the founders of funk.
  • After losing the job, he fell into a real funk for weeks.
  • The gym bag was funking up the whole car.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "funk" in French?

"funk" in French is puanteur, funk. funk means: A strong, unpleasant smell, especially body odor.

How do you use "funk" in a sentence?

Example: "The locker room had a distinct funk after the game." In French, "funk" is puanteur, funk.

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

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "funk": puanteur, funk.

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