spark in French
spark in French is étincelle, flammèche — spark means a small glowing particle thrown off by fire, friction, or an electrical discharge.
spark in French
étincelle
A small particle of glowing matter, either molten or on fire, resulting from an electrical surge or excessive heat created by friction.
flammèche
A small particle of glowing matter, either molten or on fire, resulting from an electrical surge or excessive heat created by friction.
étincelle
What does "spark" mean?
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noun A small glowing particle thrown off by fire, friction, or an electrical discharge.
"Sparks flew from the metal as the workman cut through the pipe."
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noun A small trace of a feeling or quality that could grow into something bigger.
"The teacher noticed a spark of curiosity in the quiet boy at the back."
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verb To trigger or set off, especially an argument, idea, or reaction.
"A visit to the museum sparked her lifelong interest in ancient history."
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verb To give off small bursts of electrical discharge.
"The old cable began to spark whenever the wind blew it against the wall."
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spark in a sentence
- Sparks flew from the metal as the workman cut through the pipe.
- A tiny spark jumped between the plug and the socket.
- The teacher noticed a spark of curiosity in the quiet boy at the back.
- There was a spark of hope in her voice.
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What is "spark" in French?
"spark" in French is étincelle, flammèche. spark means: A small glowing particle thrown off by fire, friction, or an electrical discharge.
How do you use "spark" in a sentence?
Example: "Sparks flew from the metal as the workman cut through the pipe." In French, "spark" is étincelle, flammèche.
Are there other ways to say "spark" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "spark": étincelle, flammèche.
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