French translation of nag is 
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Meaning of "nag" in English

The word "nag" in English refers to the act of persistently annoying someone with complaints or demands. It often implies ongoing irritation or prodding over issues, which might seem trivial or repetitive to the person being "nagged." For example, a person might nag a family member to clean their room or finish a task. The term can also be used informally to refer to a persistent and bothersome pain or feeling. Generally, it's perceived negatively and is associated with persistence in asking or reminding someone to do something.

Meaning of "nag" in French

In French, the verb "nager" means to swim, but the informal noun "nâg" or "narguer" (as a verb) more appropriately describes the annoying act of bothering someone persistently. This idea of persistently bothering someone aligns with the English concept of "nagging." However, "narguer" may carry slightly less of an insistent tone and more of a taunting nature in French. It's important to contextually interpret the cultural nuances when translating or using this term.

Pronunciation of "nag" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /næɡ/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "nag" remains relatively consistent across various English dialects, though slight regional accents might influence the vowel sound subtly. In British and American English, the pronunciation is largely the same, if slightly more clipped in a British accent.

Pronunciation of "nag" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /naʒ/ for "nager" or /naʁɡe/ for "narguer"

Pronunciation Variations: In French, the pronunciation of "nager" is uniform across regions, though regional accents might subtly affect vowel pronunciation. "Narguer" is pronounced similarly nationwide, albeit with minor differences in intonation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. She tends to nag her husband about household chores. (Elle a tendance à harceler son mari à propos des tâches ménagères.)
2. Stop nagging me about cleaning my room! (Cesse de me harceler au sujet du nettoyage de ma chambre !)
3. The pain in my back nags me all day. (La douleur dans mon dos me tracasse toute la journée.)
4. He nagged his friend to return the borrowed book. (Il a harcelé son ami pour qu'il rende le livre emprunté.)
5. Don’t nag; just ask nicely and I’ll do it. (Ne me harcèle pas ; demande gentiment et je le ferai.)
6. The coach constantly nagged the players to improve their skills. (L'entraîneur a constamment harcelé les joueurs pour améliorer leurs compétences.)
7. Jenny's habit of nagging about small details can be exhausting. (L'habitude de Jenny de harceler sur de petits détails peut être épuisante.)
8. My mother always nags me to dress warmly in the winter. (Ma mère me harcèle toujours de m'habiller chaudement en hiver.)
9. He felt a nagging doubt about leaving his job. (Il ressentait un doute lancinant à l'idée de quitter son emploi.)
10. She has a nagging suspicion that she's forgetting something. (Elle a un sentiment persistant qu'elle oublie quelque chose.)

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

Synonyms: bother, pester, harass, badger, hound, irritate, hassle, bug, plague, provoke.

Antonyms: soothe, calm, comfort, please, indulge, encourage, praise, appease, pacify, reassure.

Similar Words: remind, persist, insist, complain, critique, vex, goad, needle, press, stress.

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

Synonyms: importuner, harceler, embêter, ennuyer, taquiner, titiller, agacer.

Antonyms: apaiser, calmer, consoler, plaire, encourager.

Similar Words: insister, rappeler, presser, critiquer, déranger, ennuyer, provoquer.

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