French translation of laggingly is 
laggingly

Meaning of "laggingly" in English

The term "laggingly" is an adverb describing the action of moving or progressing slowly and behind others or expected pace. It often implies a degree of sluggishness or delay in movement or progress, capturing a sense of reluctance or lack of urgency. For example, one might say, "The team was moving laggingly through their tasks," indicating a slower-than-anticipated performance. The word can also suggest a lack of enthusiasm or energy, and it is frequently used in contexts where timeliness or efficiency is expected but not achieved.

Meaning of "laggingly" in French

The word "laggingly" in French can be understood as "lentement" or "en traînant," implying a slow or delayed manner. It refers to acting in a way that lacks speed or promptness, often suggesting proceeding without the expected haste or efficiency. The French equivalent also captures the nuances of dragging feet or falling behind. It might be used in contexts where there is a delay in progress or action, reflecting a need for urgency that is unmet. Thus, like in English, it can suggest a lack of enthusiasm or engagement.

Pronunciation of "laggingly" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈlæɡɪŋli]

Pronunciation Variations: "Laggingly" maintains a fairly consistent pronunciation across different English dialects, with slight variations in the vowel sounds depending on regional accents, such as British or American English. In all dialects, the stress typically remains on the first syllable.

Pronunciation of "laggingly" in French

Phonetic Transcription: -

Pronunciation Variations: French speakers might adapt the pronunciation to fit French phonetic patterns, but since "laggingly" is primarily an English word, it is rarely used in pure French contexts.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. He finished the race laggingly behind the others.
   (Il a terminé la course en traînant derrière les autres.)

2. The company has been moving laggingly on the project.
   (L'entreprise avance lentement sur le projet.)

3. She spoke laggingly as if reluctant to discuss the topic.
   (Elle parlait lentement, comme si elle hésitait à aborder le sujet.)

4. The train left laggingly from the station.
   (Le train est parti lentement de la gare.)

5. The updates were provided laggingly over the course of the week.
   (Les mises à jour ont été fournies lentement au cours de la semaine.)

6. He answered the questions laggingly, showing disinterest.
   (Il a répondu aux questions en traînant, montrant un désintérêt.)

7. The workers moved laggingly during the heatwave.
   (Les travailleurs avançaient lentement pendant la canicule.)

8. She completed her tasks laggingly throughout the day.
   (Elle a accompli ses tâches en traînant tout au long de la journée.)

9. They responded laggingly to the urgent requests.
   (Ils ont répondu lentement aux demandes urgentes.)

10. The movie started laggingly, but picked up pace later.
    (Le film a commencé lentement, mais a pris de l'ampleur par la suite.)

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

Synonyms: sluggishly, slowly, tardily, belatedly, leisurely.

Antonyms: swiftly, rapidly, quickly, promptly, expeditiously.

Similar Words: dilatorily, dawdlingly, languidly, hesitantly.

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

Synonyms: lentement, en traînant, lentement.

Antonyms: rapidement, avec célérité, promptement.

Similar Words: paresseusement, mollement, en retard.

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