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    Soudainement (en. Suddenly)

    /su.dɛ.nɑ.mɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    Indicates an action that occurs abruptly.
    He suddenly left without saying goodbye.
    Il est soudainement parti sans dire au revoir.
    Marks a sudden change of situation.
    Suddenly, the storm broke out.
    Soudainement, la tempête a éclaté.
    Used to describe an unpredictable event.
    Suddenly, the light went out.
    Soudainement, la lumière s'est éteinte.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'soudain' with the suffix '-ement', used to form adverbs.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    suddenly appear
    To manifest unexpectedly.
    soudainement apparaître
    suddenly change
    To abruptly alter a situation.
    soudainement changer
    suddenly fall silent
    To stop speaking without warning.
    soudainement se taire

    Related Words

    sudden
    That happens or occurs without notice.
    soudain
    abrupt
    That happens quickly and unexpectedly.
    brusque
    unexpected
    That is not planned or anticipated.
    inattendu

    Slang Meanings

    All of a sudden.
    He understood all of a sudden.
    Il a compris tout d'un coup.
    As if by magic.
    She appeared as if by magic at the party.
    Elle est apparue comme par magie lors de la fête.