Déchirés (en. Torn)
[deʃiʁe]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
that is torn, damaged.
His clothes were all torn.
Ses vêtements étaient tous déchirés.
that shows great emotional pain.
He had a torn heart upon hearing the news.
Il avait le cœur déchiré à l'annonce de la nouvelle.
that exhibits marked traits of intense emotion.
Artists create works torn by passion.
Les artistes créent des œuvres déchirées par la passion.
Etymology
Comes from the verb 'déchirer', derived from the Latin 'discariare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be torn between two choices
having difficulty deciding between two options.
être déchiré entre deux choix
to have a torn heart
experiencing intense emotional pain.
avoir le cœur déchiré
a torn scream
a scream expressing great suffering.
un cri déchiré
Related Words
tear
damage caused by a tearing.
déchirure
to tear
the action of tearing something.
déchirer
deformation
alteration of the original shape.
déformation
Slang Meanings
to be very tired or exhausted.
After yesterday's party, I am torn.
Après la fête d'hier, je suis déchiré.
to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
He was completely torn after a few drinks.
Il était complètement déchiré après quelques verres.