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    Frémit (en. Shudders)

    /fʁə.mit/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A shivering is a slight movement or agitation.
    The rustling of the leaves in the wind was soothing.
    Le frémissement des feuilles au vent était apaisant.
    A shivering can also refer to a sensation of vibration in the body.
    She felt a shiver of excitement at the thought of seeing him again.
    Elle a ressenti un frémissement d'excitation à l'idée de le revoir.
    verb
    To shudder means to produce a shiver.
    He was shuddering with impatience while waiting for his turn.
    Il frémissait d'impatience en attendant son tour.
    To shudder can also mean to feel an intense emotion.
    She shuddered at the thought of the future that awaited her.
    Elle frémissait à l'idée de l'avenir qui l'attendait.

    Etymology

    This word comes from the verb 'frémir', which is of Latin origin 'frēmĭre'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to shudder with fear
    to feel a strong apprehension.
    frémir de peur
    to shudder with emotion
    to be emotionally touched.
    frémir d'émotion
    to shudder under pressure
    to feel a constraint or tension.
    frémir sous la pression

    Related Words

    shiver
    A sensation of cold or fear.
    frisson
    tremble
    A jerky movement produced by fright or cold.
    tremblement
    agitation
    A disorderly movement or excitement.
    agitation

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a state of excitement or enthusiasm.
    He shuddered at the thought of going out tonight.
    Il frémit à l'idée de sortir ce soir.
    To have butterflies in the stomach.
    She shuddered when she saw him arrive.
    Elle frémit en le voyant arriver.