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    Tremble (en. Tremble)

    tʁɑ̃.bl

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To make a quick and light movement, usually due to emotion or cold.
    She trembles with fear in front of the horror movie.
    Elle tremble de peur devant le film d'horreur.
    To shake, to vibrate.
    The tree shakes in the wind.
    L'arbre tremble sous l'effet du vent.
    To be stirred by a strong emotion.
    He trembles with excitement at the thought of going on vacation.
    Il tremble d'excitation à l'idée de partir en vacances.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'tremulare', meaning to vibrate.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to shake from the cold
    To be very sensitive to the cold.
    trembler de froid
    to tremble in front of someone
    To feel apprehension or fear in front of someone.
    trembler devant quelqu'un
    to tremble inwardly
    To feel a strong emotion that is not visibly expressed.
    trembler intérieurement

    Related Words

    shiver
    Sensation of cold or intense emotion.
    frisson
    shock
    Strong emotional impact often causing a physical reaction.
    choc
    anguish
    A feeling of intense anxiety or fear.
    angoisse

    Slang Meanings

    To snap under stress
    He trembles every time he has to speak in public.
    Il tremble à chaque fois qu'il doit parler en public.
    To be nervous
    She trembles like a leaf before announcing her results.
    Elle tremble comme une feuille avant d'annoncer ses résultats.