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motion in French

motion in French is mouvement, motion — motion means movement from one place or position to another.

motion in French

mouvement
noun
motion
noun
(countable) A parliamentary action to propose something. A similar procedure in any official or business meeting.

What does "motion" mean?

  1. noun Movement from one place or position to another.
    "The camera captured the motion of the falling leaves."
  2. noun A formal proposal put forward for discussion or a vote, especially in a meeting or a court of law.
    "The senator introduced a motion to delay the vote."
  3. verb To signal with a gesture what someone should do.
    "She motioned for him to sit down."
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motion in a sentence

  • The camera captured the motion of the falling leaves.
  • She felt the gentle motion of the boat rocking on the waves.
  • The senator introduced a motion to delay the vote.
  • Her lawyer filed a motion to dismiss the case.

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What is "motion" in French?

"motion" in French is mouvement, motion. motion means: Movement from one place or position to another.

How do you use "motion" in a sentence?

Example: "The camera captured the motion of the falling leaves." In French, "motion" is mouvement, motion.

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

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "motion": mouvement, motion.

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