misunderstanding in French
misunderstanding in French is malentendu, quiproquo — misunderstanding means a failure to understand something correctly; a mistaken interpretation.
misunderstanding in French
malentendu
A mistake as to the meaning of something or a specific point of view; erroneous interpretation or comprehension; misconception.
quiproquo
A mistake as to the meaning of something or a specific point of view; erroneous interpretation or comprehension; misconception.
What does "misunderstanding" mean?
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noun A failure to understand something correctly; a mistaken interpretation.
"The whole argument was based on a misunderstanding."
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noun A minor disagreement or falling-out.
"They had a misunderstanding but made up quickly."
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misunderstanding in a sentence
- The whole argument was based on a misunderstanding.
- They had a misunderstanding but made up quickly.
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What is "misunderstanding" in French?
"misunderstanding" in French is malentendu, quiproquo. misunderstanding means: A failure to understand something correctly; a mistaken interpretation.
How do you use "misunderstanding" in a sentence?
Example: "The whole argument was based on a misunderstanding." In French, "misunderstanding" is malentendu, quiproquo.
Are there other ways to say "misunderstanding" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "misunderstanding": malentendu, quiproquo.
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