French translation of garish is 
criard

Meaning of "garish" in English

The word "garish" in English refers to something that is excessively bright, vivid, or showy in a way that is considered tasteless or unattractive. It is often used to describe colors, clothing, or decorations that are overly flashy or glaring. The term suggests a lack of aesthetic subtlety, sometimes verging on being vulgar or obnoxious in its attempt to attract attention. "Garish" can also imply a sense of being gaudy or ostentatious, often associated with a lack of sophistication or understated elegance.

Meaning of "criard" in French

The French word "criard" is used to describe something that is loud, flashy, or glaring. It often refers to colors or patterns that are excessively bright and lacking in subtlety. The term suggests a sense of discordant brightness that can be visually overwhelming or even jarring. Like the English counterpart "garish," "criard" can imply an absence of refinement or tastefulness, typically used to criticize a style that is too vivid or showy, drawing attention without elegance.

Pronunciation of "garish" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈɡɛrɪʃ/

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, the pronunciation is quite consistent, but in British English, it might be pronounced slightly differently as /ˈɡærɪʃ/, with a shorter 'a' sound.

Pronunciation of "criard" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /kʁi.aʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation remains mostly uniform across different French regions, though the nuances in accent may vary slightly, especially between the north and south of France. It is articulated with a rolling 'r' typical of French pronunciation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The garish colors of the new building stood out in the neighborhood. (Les couleurs criardes du nouvel immeuble se démarquaient dans le quartier.)
2. She wore a garish dress that caught everyone's attention. (Elle portait une robe criarde qui attirait l'attention de tout le monde.)
3. His taste in decorations is often considered garish by his friends. (Ses amis considèrent souvent son goût en matière de décoration comme criard.)
4. The garish lights of the billboard were hard to ignore. (Les lumières criardes du panneau d'affichage étaient difficiles à ignorer.)
5. The party was decorated with garish streamers and balloons. (La fête était décorée de banderoles et de ballons criards.)
6. Some find her style bold, while others find it garish. (Certaines personnes trouvent son style audacieux, tandis que d'autres le trouvent criard.)
7. The artist is known for his use of garish colors in his paintings. (L'artiste est connu pour l'utilisation de couleurs criardes dans ses peintures.)
8. The room was filled with garish furniture that clashed with the walls. (La pièce était remplie de meubles criards qui juraient avec les murs.)
9. His garish tie seemed out of place at the formal event. (Sa cravate criarde semblait déplacée lors de l'événement formel.)
10. The garish signage of the store made it easy to find. (La signalisation criarde du magasin la rendait facile à trouver.)

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

Synonyms: gaudy, flashy, loud, flamboyant, tawdry, ostentatious, showy, lurid, bright, glaring.

Antonyms: subtle, tasteful, understated, muted, plain, simple, elegant, refined, modest, dull.

Similar Words: vivid, vibrant, eye-catching, dazzling, colorful.

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

Synonyms: tape-à-l'œil, voyant, éclatant, gaudy, flamboyant, lumineux, vif, éclatant, tape-à-l'œil, voyant.

Antonyms: sobre, discret, raffiné, élégant, simple, modeste, terne, subtil, doux.

Similar Words: vif, lumineux, éclatant, éclatant, voyant.

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