Frémissante (en. Quivering)
/fʁe.mi.sɑ̃t/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is subject to a slight vibration.
The candlelight was trembling in the wind.
La lumière de la bougie était frémissante sous l'effet du vent.
Which trembles imperceptibly.
His hands were trembling before he spoke.
Ses mains étaient frémissantes avant de prendre la parole.
Refers to a whisper or sound that hesitates.
The speaker's voice was trembling, capturing the audience's attention.
La voix de l'orateur était frémissante, capturant l'attention de l'auditoire.
Etymology
From the verb 'frémir', meaning to tremble slightly.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a trembling breath
A light breath that trembles or fluctuates.
un souffle frémissant
a trembling light
An unstable or flickering light.
une lumière frémissante
Related Words
tremble
The act of trembling or vibrating under the influence of an emotion or stimulus.
frémir
trembling (noun)
Movement of vibration or shaking.
tremblement
Slang Meanings
Someone who hesitates to make a decision.
Stop being so trembling and take a stand!
Arrête de faire la frémissante et prends position !
Refers to an unstable or precarious situation.
This matter is really trembling at the moment.
Cette affaire est vraiment frémissante en ce moment.