French translation of gagged is 
bâillonnés

Meaning of "gagged" in English

The word "gagged" in English typically refers to the act of restraining someone's ability to speak, most commonly by placing a gag over their mouth. It can also mean that someone is silenced or censored, preventing them from expressing themselves freely. In certain contexts, "gagged" can denote the involuntary reflex action of retching or feeling a strong urge to vomit. Its usage spans both literal and metaphorical applications, often depending on the context in which it is used.

Meaning of "bâillonnés" in French

"Bâillonnés" in French carries similar meanings to its English counterpart, referring to individuals who have been silenced or had their ability to speak restricted physically by a gag. The term can also be used metaphorically to describe someone being censored or suppressed, preventing them from voicing their opinions or concerns. This word is often used in contexts involving suppression of free speech or physical restraint.

Pronunciation of "gagged" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡæɡd/

In English, "gagged" typically has a consistent pronunciation across most dialects, with slight variations in accent possibly altering the emphasis on the vowel sound. Some regional accents may pronounce the word with a slightly more guttural sound, but the standard American and British pronunciations are quite similar.

Pronunciation of "bâillonnés" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /bajɔne/

The pronunciation of "bâillonnés" tends to remain relatively consistent across different French-speaking regions, with minor variations in tone or emphasis. The main difference might occur in regional accents, which could influence vowel sounds, but generally, pronunciation remains stable across standard French.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. He was gagged before the trial began. (Il a été bâillonné avant le début du procès.)
2. The performer gagged due to the tight scarf. (L'artiste s'est bâillonné à cause de l'écharpe serrée.)
3. The witness was gagged to prevent him from speaking. (Le témoin a été bâillonné pour l'empêcher de parler.)
4. She gagged as she caught a whiff of the smell. (Elle a eu un haut-le-cœur en sentant l'odeur.)
5. The journalist felt gagged by the new laws. (Le journaliste s'est senti bâillonné par les nouvelles lois.)
6. They were gagged and hidden in the van. (Ils étaient bâillonnés et cachés dans la camionnette.)
7. He gagged on the unpleasant taste of the medicine. (Il a eu un haut-le-cœur à cause du goût désagréable du médicament.)
8. The audience was gagged with anticipation. (Le public était bâillonné d'anticipation.)
9. The political leader was effectively gagged by the regime. (Le dirigeant politique a été effectivement bâillonné par le régime.)
10. She gagged when faced with the horrifying scene. (Elle a eu un haut-le-cœur en voyant la scène horrible.)

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

Synonyms: muted, silenced, restrained, muffled, suppressed, stifled, choked, bound, quietened, muzzled.

Antonyms: vocal, expressive, outspoken, free, liberated, unrestrained.

Similar Words: silenced, muffled, restrained, muted, closured.

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

Synonyms: muselés, réduits au silence, étouffés, asphyxiés, liés, contenus, immobilisés, contraints, neutralisés.

Antonyms: libres, expressifs, déliés, détachés, vocalisants.

Similar Words: muselés, étouffés, silencieux, asphyxiés, limités.

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