French translation of gambit is 
gambit

Meaning of "gambit" in English

The term "gambit" in English refers to a strategic move or opening remark intended to gain an advantage, often in the context of a conversation or a chess game. It typically involves a calculated risk, where a player sacrifices a piece to gain a favorable position. In conversation, a gambit might be a clever comment or question designed to initiate dialogue or achieve a particular reaction. This term is frequently used in both strategic games and in describing tactical moves in business or negotiations.

Meaning of "gambit" in French

In French, "gambit" (‘gambit’ in its original English form) is used in much the same way as in English, primarily to denote a chess strategy where a player offers a sacrifice, usually of a pawn, in return for a better position on the board. Beyond chess, it's also applied in various contexts to describe an initial strategy or maneuver in conversations and negotiations designed to gain an advantage. This reflects the term's adaptive use in describing strategic intentions in French-speaking environments.

Pronunciation of "gambit" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈɡæm.bɪt/

The pronunciation of "gambit" in English generally does not vary significantly across different dialects, maintaining a consistent /ɡæm.bɪt/ in most English-speaking regions. However, subtle variations might occur in stress or intonation depending on local accents.

Pronunciation of "gambit" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡɑ̃.bit/

In French, "gambit" is pronounced with a more nasalized and softer ‘a’ sound compared to English. Variations in pronunciation may arise in different Francophone regions, often influenced by individual accents and speech patterns.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The politician opened with a bold gambit to gain public favor. (Le politicien a commencé par un audacieux gambit pour gagner la faveur du public.)

2. In chess, starting with a gambit can catch your opponent off guard. (Aux échecs, commencer par un gambit peut surprendre votre adversaire.)

3. Her gambit to introduce new ideas at the meeting was successful. (Son gambit pour introduire de nouvelles idées lors de la réunion a été couronné de succès.)

4. The lawyer's first question was a gambit to unsettle the witness. (La première question de l'avocat était un gambit pour déstabiliser le témoin.)

5. The company's marketing gambit increased their sales significantly. (Le gambit marketing de l'entreprise a considérablement augmenté leurs ventes.)

6. He used a clever gambit to start the conversation on a positive note. (Il a utilisé un gambit astucieux pour commencer la conversation sur une note positive.)

7. The opening scene of the movie was a thrilling gambit that hooked viewers. (La scène d'ouverture du film était un gambit captivant qui a accroché les spectateurs.)

8. His gambit in negotiations allowed the deal to move forward smoothly. (Son gambit lors des négociations a permis à l'accord d'avancer en douceur.)

9. The manager’s gambit to boost morale involved a team-building retreat. (Le gambit du manager pour améliorer le moral impliquait une retraite de team-building.)

10. Starting with a provocative gambit can sometimes backfire. (Commencer par un gambit provocateur peut parfois se retourner contre soi.)

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

Synonyms: strategy, maneuver, ploy, tactic, scheme, move, plan, approach, initiative, ruse.

Antonyms: honesty, candor, frankness, openness, straightforwardness.

Similar Words: stratagem, chess opening, proposition, negotiation tactic.

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

Synonyms: stratégie, manœuvre, tactique, stratagème, ruse, coup.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: ouverture d'échecs, plan, approche, tentative.

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