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plague in French

plague in French is peste, plaie, fléau — plague means a deadly, fast-spreading disease, especially historically the bubonic plague.

plague in French

peste
noun
(often used with the, sometimes capitalized: the Plague) The bubonic plague, the pestilent disease caused by the virulent bacterium Yersinia pestis.
peste
noun
(pathology) An epidemic or pandemic caused by any pestilence, but specifically by the above disease.
plaie
noun
(pathology) An epidemic or pandemic caused by any pestilence, but specifically by the above disease.
plaie
noun
A widespread affliction, calamity, or destructive influx, especially when seen as divine retribution.
fléau
noun
A widespread affliction, calamity, or destructive influx, especially when seen as divine retribution.
calamité
noun
A widespread affliction, calamity, or destructive influx, especially when seen as divine retribution.
plaie
noun
(figurative) A grave nuisance, whatever greatly irritates.
calamité
noun
(figurative) A grave nuisance, whatever greatly irritates.
affliger
verb
(transitive) To harass, pester or annoy someone persistently or incessantly.

What does "plague" mean?

  1. noun A deadly, fast-spreading disease, especially historically the bubonic plague.
    "The plague killed millions across Europe in the 14th century."
  2. noun A widespread, serious problem or nuisance.
    "A plague of locusts destroyed the entire harvest."
  3. verb To trouble or afflict someone persistently.
    "Injuries have plagued the team all season."

plague in a sentence

  • The plague killed millions across Europe in the 14th century.
  • A plague of locusts destroyed the entire harvest.
  • Corruption has been a plague on the country's politics for decades.
  • Injuries have plagued the team all season.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "plague" in French?

"plague" in French is peste, plaie, fléau. plague means: A deadly, fast-spreading disease, especially historically the bubonic plague.

How do you use "plague" in a sentence?

Example: "The plague killed millions across Europe in the 14th century." In French, "plague" is peste, plaie, fléau.

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

Yes — French has 5 translations listed for "plague": peste, plaie, fléau, calamité, affliger.

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