French translation of offering is 
offrant

Meaning of "offering" in English

An "offering" refers to something that is presented or given, especially in a formal or ceremonial way, such as a gift, contribution, or presentation. Often associated with religious or cultural rituals, offerings can be tangible such as money or goods, or intangible like time or service. In a business context, it represents a product or service presented to the market. The term encapsulates the idea of giving, contributing, or presenting something to another party, either material or symbolic in nature.

Meaning of "offrant" in French

In French, "offrant" generally implies the act of offering or giving something, often related to a gift or service provided to another person. The word is commonly used in contexts involving charitable acts, religious offerings, or personal gestures of goodwill. It embodies the notion of the giver or contributor in a variety of scenarios, from business transactions to simple acts of kindness. Unlike the English "offering," "offrant" is more frequently used in verbal phrases, indicating the action of offering itself.

Pronunciation of "offering" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈɒfərɪŋ/

Pronunciation Variations: In British English, "offering" is pronounced with a more pronounced 'o', while in American English, it is generally pronounced with a softer 'o'. There is little dialectical variation beyond these regional accents, making it widely understood across English-speaking regions.

Pronunciation of "offrant" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɔ.fʁɑ̃/

Pronunciation Variations: In French-speaking regions, the pronunciation is relatively consistent. However, slight variations may occur between European French, which tends to be more clipped, and Canadian French, where pronunciations might be softened or nasalized more.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The company is offering a new line of organic products. (La société offre une nouvelle gamme de produits biologiques.)
2. She made an offering to the local charity. (Elle a fait une offrande à l'association caritative locale.)
3. They were offering help to those in need. (Ils offraient de l'aide à ceux qui en avaient besoin.)
4. The church received offerings every Sunday. (L'église recevait des offrandes tous les dimanches.)
5. We are offering a discount for early registration. (Nous offrons une réduction pour les inscriptions anticipées.)
6. He was known for offering wise advice. (Il était connu pour offrir des conseils avisés.)
7. The festival featured art offerings from various cultures. (Le festival présentait des offrandes artistiques de diverses cultures.)
8. She accepted the offering with gratitude. (Elle a accepté l'offrande avec gratitude.)
9. Our store is offering free delivery this month. (Notre magasin offre la livraison gratuite ce mois-ci.)
10. He sent an offering of flowers to express his condolences. (Il a envoyé une offrande de fleurs pour exprimer ses condoléances.)

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

Synonyms: donation, gift, contribution, present, grant, endowment, presentation, sacrifice, proposal, provision.

Antonyms: withdrawal, taking, rejection, withholding, retention.

Similar Words: proposal, submission, advance, supply, provision.

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

Synonyms: donateur, contributeur, présentateur, bienfaiteur, dispensateur, don, offreur, prodigue, serviable, aimable.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: contributeur, fournisseur, philanthrope, prodigue.

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