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twinge in French

twinge in French is élancement — twinge means a sudden, brief sharp pain in part of the body.

twinge in French

élancement
noun
A sudden, pinching or sharp pain in a specific part of the body, especially one lasting for a short time.

What does "twinge" mean?

  1. noun A sudden, brief sharp pain in part of the body.
    "She felt a twinge in her back after lifting the box."
  2. noun A brief, sharp pang of emotion, such as guilt or regret.
    "He felt a twinge of guilt for forgetting her birthday."
  3. verb To experience a sudden sharp pain.
    "His knee twinged every time he climbed the stairs."
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twinge in a sentence

  • She felt a twinge in her back after lifting the box.
  • He felt a twinge of guilt for forgetting her birthday.
  • His knee twinged every time he climbed the stairs.

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What is "twinge" in French?

"twinge" in French is élancement. twinge means: A sudden, brief sharp pain in part of the body.

How do you use "twinge" in a sentence?

Example: "She felt a twinge in her back after lifting the box." In French, "twinge" is élancement.

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