French translation of deafening is 
assourdissant

Meaning of "deafening" in English

The term "deafening" in English is used to describe a sound that is extremely loud and overwhelming to the point where it seems to block out other noises or cause discomfort. Often associated with events like explosions, concerts, or busy city streets, deafening sounds can be intensely overpowering. In a figurative sense, it can also describe silence so profound that it feels overwhelmingly loud, such as in the phrase "a deafening silence," indicating a silence that is conspicuous or unnerving.

Meaning of "assourdissant" in French

The French word "assourdissant" conveys a similar meaning to its English counterpart "deafening." It describes an exceptionally loud noise that can be overwhelming or overbearing to the listener. This term is often used in contexts involving heavy traffic, loudspeakers, or natural events like thunderstorms. Additionally, like in English, "assourdissant" can be used metaphorically to describe silence that feels uncomfortably noticeable or carries significant meaning, such as "un silence assourdissant," indicating an absence of sound that speaks volumes.

Pronunciation of "deafening" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈdɛfənɪŋ/

Pronunciation Variations: The standard pronunciation is generally consistent across English dialects. However, in some regional accents, the vowels may slightly vary, such as in British or Australian English, where the "e" might sound slightly more like "eh."

Pronunciation of "assourdissant" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /asuʀdisɑ̃/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "assourdissant" remains fairly uniform throughout French-speaking regions, although the fluency and speed of pronunciation might differ in various French dialects, notably between standard French and Canadian French, where the 'r' might be pronounced with a distinct roll.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The explosion was deafening. (L'explosion était assourdissante.)
2. The deafening roar of the crowd filled the stadium. (Le rugissement assourdissant de la foule a rempli le stade.)
3. The silence in the room was deafening after the announcement. (Le silence dans la pièce était assourdissant après l'annonce.)
4. The music was so loud it was deafening. (La musique était si forte qu'elle était assourdissante.)
5. She screamed, but her voice was drowned out by the deafening noise. (Elle a crié, mais sa voix a été noyée par le bruit assourdissant.)
6. The thunderclap was deafening and startling. (La détonation du tonnerre était assourdissante et surprenante.)
7. The factory machines produced a deafening hum. (Les machines de l'usine produisaient un bourdonnement assourdissant.)
8. His speech was met with a deafening silence. (Son discours a été accueilli par un silence assourdissant.)
9. The plane flew by with a deafening roar. (L'avion a survolé avec un rugissement assourdissant.)
10. The opera received a deafening applause. (L'opéra a reçu un tonnerre d'applaudissements assourdissants.)

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

Synonyms: loud, thunderous, ear-splitting, booming, roaring, overwhelming, blaring, raucous, piercing, blasting.

Antonyms: quiet, silent, soft, muted, hushed, inaudible, gentle, calm, tranquil, whispering.

Similar Words: noisy, resonant, sonorous, cacophonous, uproarious, clattering, tumultuous, echoing, clamor, turbulent.

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

Synonyms: tonitruant, fracassant, retentissant, éclatant, tonnerre, sonore, rugissant, tumultueux, vibrant, retentissant.

Antonyms: silencieux, calme, doux, inaudible, tranquille, feutré, apaisant, apaisé, bas, murmurant.

Similar Words: bruyant, retentissant, grondant, résonnant, tapageur, brouhaha, tumultueux, éclatant, vibratoire, réverbérant.

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