French translation of knightless is 
knightless

Meaning of "knightless" in English

"Knightless" refers to the absence of knights or the state of being devoid of any knights. In historical or literary contexts, this could imply a setting or scene where knights, who traditionally represented nobility, chivalry, and martial prowess, are notably missing. This term may also metaphorically describe situations lacking in heroism or protection typically provided by knightly figures. The nuance of this word depends heavily on the context in which it is used, often evoking a sense of vulnerability or normality without the adventurous flair knights typically bring.

Meaning of "knightless" in French

"Knightless" in French would translate contextually to describe a scenario where "chevaliers" (knights) are absent. As a literal concept, this term does not have a direct one-word counterpart in French. However, it can be expressed descriptively as "sans chevaliers," referring to the absence or lack of knights in a given setting or narrative. This description would carry the cultural implications associated with knights, reflecting a lack of chivalric or heroic presence that is normally associated with such figures in French medieval tales and history.

Pronunciation of "knightless" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /naɪtlɪs/

Pronunciation Variations: The word "knightless" is typically pronounced consistently across English dialects. However, slight variations might exist in the intonation or stress depending on regional accents, but such differences are minimal and do not significantly affect comprehension.

Pronunciation of "knightless" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [no direct equivalent, but "sans chevaliers" as /sɑ̃ ʃə.val.je/]

Pronunciation Variations: As there is no direct French equivalent, pronunciation variations pertain to the phrase "sans chevaliers," which could slightly differ in regional accents. Most French speakers would pronounce it fairly consistently, but nuances may occur in the speed and emphasis used.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The castle stood knightless, silent under the moon.
   (Le château était sans chevaliers, silencieux sous la lune.)

2. The realm had been knightless since the last battle.
   (Le royaume était sans chevaliers depuis la dernière bataille.)

3. The legend spoke of a knightless land, barren and wild.
   (La légende parlait d'une terre sans chevaliers, stérile et sauvage.)

4. Their journey was long and knightless.
   (Leur voyage était long et sans chevaliers.)

5. The story described a knightless kingdom in peril.
   (Le récit décrivait un royaume sans chevaliers en péril.)

6. It was a knightless age, where heroes were scarce.
   (C'était une époque sans chevaliers, où les héros étaient rares.)

7. She marveled at the knightless halls of the old manor.
   (Elle s'émerveilla des salles sans chevaliers du vieux manoir.)

8. The countryside remained knightless, open to invaders.
   (La campagne restait sans chevaliers, ouverte aux envahisseurs.)

9. A knightless world was unimaginable to the young squire.
   (Un monde sans chevaliers était inimaginable pour le jeune écuyer.)

10. The tale unfolded in a knightless era of peace.
    (Le conte se déroulait dans une ère sans chevaliers, de paix.)

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

Synonyms: unguarded, unprotected Antonyms: knighted, guarded Similar Words: empty, barren, deserted

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

Synonyms: dépeuplé, désert Antonyms: chevaleresque, protégé Similar Words: vide, nu, dénué

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