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Meaning of "deathwatch" in English

The word "deathwatch" in English can refer to a vigil kept beside someone who is about to die or has just died. Historically, it has also been used to describe a specific type of beetle (the deathwatch beetle) that is known for making ticking sounds in wood, often considered an omen of death. In contemporary terms, "deathwatch" can also represent a period of anticipation or waiting for an imminent event related to death, often used in journalistic contexts when referring to terminally ill public figures.

Meaning of "deathwatch" in French

In French, "deathwatch" is typically translated to "veille de mort" or "vigilance mortuaire," which similarly denotes the act of keeping watch beside someone nearing death. The concept of a "deathwatch beetle" would be referred to as "le coléoptère horloge de la mort." As in English, its use could extend metaphorically to situations of waiting for a significant, often somber event. However, this term is less common in French and may not carry the same cultural connotations related to omens or journalism.

Pronunciation of "deathwatch" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈdɛθˌwɒtʃ/

The pronunciation of "deathwatch" generally remains consistent across English-speaking regions, although slight variations can occur in accent. In American English, the "th" may sound slightly softer compared to British English, where it might have a more pronounced "t" sound.

Pronunciation of "deathwatch" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /vɛj də mɔʁ/

In French, regional pronunciation differences might occur, primarily in the articulation of vowels and the softness of consonants. In France, there may be a sharper pronunciation of vowels than in Canadian French, for instance, where sounds might be more nasal.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The family held a deathwatch over their grandmother. (La famille a tenu une veille de mort pour leur grand-mère.)
2. The ticking sound of the deathwatch beetle kept him awake. (Le son du coléoptère horloge de la mort l'empêchait de dormir.)
3. The nation was in a state of deathwatch as the leader's health declined. (La nation était en veille de mort alors que la santé du leader déclinait.)
4. She read about the deathwatch beetle in the folklore section. (Elle a lu sur le coléoptère horloge de la mort dans la section du folklore.)
5. Journalists kept a deathwatch outside the hospital. (Les journalistes ont maintenu une veille de mort devant l'hôpital.)
6. The deathwatch is a solemn tradition in their culture. (La veille de mort est une tradition solennelle dans leur culture.)
7. He heard a deathwatch beetle tapping inside the wall. (Il a entendu un coléoptère horloge de la mort tapoter à l'intérieur du mur.)
8. Her novel begins with a family during a deathwatch. (Son roman commence avec une famille pendant une veille de mort.)
9. Observers maintained a respectful deathwatch as history unfolded. (Les observateurs ont maintenu une veille de mort respectueuse alors que l'histoire se déroulait.)
10. The documentary explores the concept of deathwatch in modern society. (Le documentaire explore le concept de veille de mort dans la société moderne.)

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

Synonyms: vigil, watch, supervision, observation, wake, surveillance, lookout, attendance, guard, monitoring.

Antonyms: neglect, disregard, inattention, abandonment, oversight, unconcern, apathy, carelessness, indifference, ignorance.

Similar Words: vigil, watch, deathbed, observation, wake, surveillance, monitoring, bedside, lookout, attendance.

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

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