Souffrants (en. Suffering)
/su.fʁɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
People experiencing physical or moral pain.
The sufferers are eagerly awaiting treatment.
Les souffrants attendent avec impatience le traitement.
Individuals who are victims of an illness or a difficult situation.
The sufferers of this epidemic need help.
Les souffrants de cette épidémie ont besoin d'aide.
Those who are going through painful trials.
There are many sufferers in this war.
Il y a de nombreux souffrants dans cette guerre.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'to suffer', from Latin 'sufferre'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
suffering in silence
People who bear their pain without complaining.
souffrants en silence
suffering and resilient
Individuals who, despite their suffering, show courage.
souffrants et résilients
suffering in the soul
Those who experience deep emotional pain.
souffrants dans l'âme
Related Words
to suffer
To endure pain or sorrow.
souffrir
suffering
The state of experiencing pain.
souffrance
relief
The action of reducing or eliminating suffering.
soulagement
Slang Meanings
People who often complain about their condition.
There are too many sufferers in this city.
Il y a trop de souffrants dans cette ville.
People who like to portray themselves as victims.
He plays the victim, but he's not that bad.
Il se la joue souffrant, mais il n'est pas si mal que ça.