French translation of languor is 
langueur

Meaning of "languor" in English

Languor refers to a pleasant state of tiredness or inertia, often associated with relaxation and a lack of activity or effort. It can also imply a sense of weakness or weariness, both physical and mental, often resulting from illness, fatigue, or a tranquil environment. The word evokes an atmosphere of calm, serenity, and sometimes melancholy, where one might feel a dreamy relaxation, detached from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Meaning of "langueur" in French

In French, "langueur" similarly denotes a feeling of pleasant weakness or listlessness. It is associated with a dreamy, peaceful state that lacks energy or enthusiasm. This term often carries a slightly melancholic undertone, suggesting a slow, gentle movement or atmosphere. "Langueur" can be both physical and emotional, reflecting a serene or even poetic disposition, and is often used in literature and art to evoke a mood of gentle despondency or romantic languidness.

Pronunciation of "languor" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈlæŋ.ɡər].

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "languor" may vary slightly between American and British English, with the latter often using a more rounded vowel sound. In some dialects, the "g" may be more or less pronounced, affecting the fluidity of the word.

Pronunciation of "langueur" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [lɑ̃.ɡœʁ].

Pronunciation Variations: "Langueur" is typically pronounced in a standard French accent, but regional accents may influence its articulation, with differences in nasalization or the emphasis on the "eu" sound.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The languor of the summer afternoon made him sleepy.
   (La langueur de l'après-midi d'été le rendait somnolent.)

2. She lay in languor on the couch, watching the clouds drift by.
   (Elle était étendue dans la langueur sur le canapé, regardant les nuages passer.)

3. The music filled the room with a feeling of languor and serenity.
   (La musique remplissait la pièce d'un sentiment de langueur et de sérénité.)

4. Languor overtook him as he sat by the warm fire.
   (La langueur le saisit alors qu'il était assis près du feu chaud.)

5. There was a languor in his movements that suggested he needed rest.
   (Il y avait une langueur dans ses mouvements qui suggérait qu'il avait besoin de repos.)

6. The poet described the languor of the evening in vivid detail.
   (Le poète décrivait la langueur du soir avec des détails vivants.)

7. Her languor was evident as she lazily turned the pages of the book.
   (Sa langueur était évidente alors qu'elle tournait paresseusement les pages du livre.)

8. The artist captured the languor of a hot summer day in his painting.
   (L'artiste a capturé la langueur d'un jour d'été chaud dans sa peinture.)

9. The languor of his voice made the listeners relax.
   (La langueur de sa voix faisait se détendre les auditeurs.)

10. They enjoyed the languor of the weekend without any plans.
    (Ils ont apprécié la langueur du week-end sans aucun plan.)

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

Synonyms: lethargy, listlessness, torpor, stupor, lassitude, apathy, sluggishness, ennui, lassitude, relaxation.

Antonyms: energy, vigor, vitality, enthusiasm, zeal, liveliness, dynamism, alertness, activity, vibrancy.

Similar Words: fatigue, drowsiness, inertia, calmness, tranquility, sluggishness, peacefulness, drowsiness, mellowness, repose.

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

Synonyms: léthargie, torpeur, apathie, alanguissement, mollesse, engourdissement, lassitude, nonchalance, indolence, paresse.

Antonyms: énergie, vitalité, enthousiasme, dynamisme, vigueur, vivacité, alacrité, activité, ardeur, entrain.

Similar Words: fatigue, somnolence, inertie, calme, tranquillité, paresse, quiétude, endormissement, douceur, repos.

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