French translation of dazzle is 
éblouir

Meaning of "dazzle" in English

"Dazzle" refers to the action of impressing or overwhelming someone with a spectacular display, whether by visual brilliance, innovation, or excellence. It can relate to physical brightness, such as the glare of headlights, or to metaphorical brilliance, such as someone's exceptional talent or charisma. The word conveys a sense of amazement or temporary blindness, both literally, when your eyes struggle to adjust to a bright light, and figuratively, when you are overwhelmed by someone's charm or accomplishments.

Meaning of "éblouir" in French

In French, "éblouir" carries similar connotations to its English counterpart, "dazzle." It is used to describe the effect of light that is so bright it temporarily blinds. Beyond its literal meaning, "éblouir" can also refer to the effect people or things have when they amaze or charm others with their talent, beauty, or ingenuity. This term captures both physical dazzling, as with light, and metaphorical dazzling in the context of exceptional achievements or personal allure.

Pronunciation of "dazzle" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈdæzəl/

Pronunciation Variations: "Dazzle" is generally pronounced the same across different English-speaking regions, though some variations in accent might emphasize the first syllable slightly differently. The pronunciation is quite straightforward with limited regional discrepancies.

Pronunciation of "éblouir" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /e.blwiʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: In France, the pronunciation is consistent, though the accent can vary slightly between regions, with some areas rolling the "r" more than others. The pronunciation is typically clear, focusing on distinct vowel sounds.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The lights of the city dazzle as the sun sets.
   (Les lumières de la ville éblouissent lorsque le soleil se couche.)

2. Her singing voice could dazzle any audience.
   (Sa voix chantante pourrait éblouir n'importe quel public.)

3. The performers' costumes were designed to dazzle.
   (Les costumes des artistes étaient conçus pour éblouir.)

4. Sunlight reflecting off the ocean can dazzle your eyes.
   (La lumière du soleil réfléchie par l'océan peut éblouir vos yeux.)

5. The magician's tricks never fail to dazzle the crowd.
   (Les tours du magicien n'échouent jamais à éblouir la foule.)

6. His innovative ideas continue to dazzle his peers.
   (Ses idées innovantes continuent d'éblouir ses pairs.)

7. The jewelry was crafted to dazzle and attract attention.
   (Les bijoux ont été conçus pour éblouir et attirer l'attention.)

8. The fireworks display will dazzle spectators at the event.
   (Le feu d'artifice éblouira les spectateurs lors de l'événement.)

9. The film's special effects dazzle everyone who watches it.
   (Les effets spéciaux du film éblouissent tous ceux qui le regardent.)

10. Her performance on stage was sure to dazzle even the toughest critics.
    (Sa performance sur scène était certaine d'éblouir même les critiques les plus difficiles.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "dazzle" in English

Synonyms: amaze, astound, impress, blind, bewilder, bedazzle, overwhelm, fascinate, captivate, hypnotize.

Antonyms: bore, underwhelm, displease, deflate, dull, disenchant, underwhelm, disappoint, fail, tire.

Similar Words: sparkle, glare, shine, glisten, flash, radiate, illuminate, twinkle, shimmer, daze.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "éblouir" in French

Synonyms: fasciner, impressionner, aveugler, surprendre, captiver, émerveiller, enchanter, séduire, briller, illuminer.

Antonyms: ennuyer, décevoir, assommer, offenser, désenchanter, fatiguer, obscurcir, ternir, rebuter, perplexer.

Similar Words: scintiller, luire, resplendir, rayonner, éclater, briller, éclairer, éployer, fasciner, capter.

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