Meaning of "kecked" in English

The term "kecked" is a colloquial expression that is often used to describe the act of retching or dry heaving, similar to the sensation one might feel before vomiting. Although it is not commonly found in many dictionaries, it captures a vivid and somewhat informal aspect of describing this physical reaction. The word might be more frequently encountered in certain dialects or regions, particularly in informal spoken English. Due to its specific usage, "kecked" may not be widely recognized outside of these contexts.

Meaning of "kecked" in French

In French, the equivalent term to "kecked" would similarly describe the act of retching or having an urge to vomit without actually doing so. While there isn't a direct translation for the slang term "kecked" as used in English, it might be expressed with phrases like "avoir des haut-le-cœur" or "faire une fausse nausée." These expressions convey the same involuntary reflex associated with feeling nauseous without actual vomiting. Understanding the cultural or regional context is essential in interpreting the intent and nuance behind the usage of such terms.

Pronunciation of "kecked" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /kɛkt/

The pronunciation of "kecked" is relatively straightforward, following standard English phonetic patterns. There are no significant dialectical or regional variations in its pronunciation since it is an informal term used sporadically in specific contexts.

Pronunciation of "kecked" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /kɛkt/

The pronunciation remains consistent with the English version due to the lack of direct French equivalent for the term. However, French speakers might adopt a slightly softer 't' sound at the end, characteristic of French phonetic inclinations.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. He kecked after smelling the spoiled milk. (Il a fait une fausse nausée après avoir senti le lait tourné.)
  2. The sight of the rotten food made her kecked immediately. (La vue de la nourriture pourrie l'a fait avoir des haut-le-cœur immédiatement.)
  3. I nearly kecked when I saw the pile of dirty dishes. (J'ai failli avoir des haut-le-cœur en voyant la pile de vaisselle sale.)
  4. His kecked reaction to the foul odor was understandable. (Sa réaction de haut-le-cœur à la mauvaise odeur était compréhensible.)
  5. She couldn't help but kecked after tasting that awful soup. (Elle ne pouvait s’empêcher d’avoir des haut-le-cœur après avoir goûté cette horrible soupe.)
  6. The thought of the slimy texture made him kecked. (La pensée de la texture visqueuse lui a donné des haut-le-cœur.)
  7. He kecked every time he walked past the garbage. (Il avait des haut-le-cœur chaque fois qu'il passait devant les ordures.)
  8. I kecked just watching the surgery scene in the movie. (J'ai eu des haut-le-cœur rien qu'en regardant la scène de chirurgie dans le film.)
  9. The medicine had such an unpleasant taste that I almost kecked. (Le médicament avait un goût si désagréable que j'ai failli avoir des haut-le-cœur.)
  10. She knew she would kecked if she saw the gruesome picture again. (Elle savait qu'elle aurait des haut-le-cœur si elle voyait à nouveau l'image horrible.)

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

Synonyms: retched, gagged, heaved, choked, dry heaved.

Antonyms: swallowed, ingested.

Similar Words: nauseated, queasy, sickened, unsettled, disgusted.

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

Synonyms: avoir des haut-le-cœur, faire une fausse nausée.

Antonyms: avalé, ingéré.

Similar Words: nauséeux, écœuré, incommode, dégoûté.

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