French translation of quarrelled is 
se querellèrent

Meaning of "quarrelled" in English

The word "quarrelled" is the past tense of "quarrel," which means to engage in a heated argument or disagreement, typically in a verbal manner. Unlike a casual discussion, a quarrel often involves anger or resentment. It doesn't typically involve physical conflict but rather an exchange of strong, conflicting opinions or emotions. Quarrels can occur between friends, family members, or any group of people who have conflicting views or interests. While the reasons for a quarrel can vary, the underlying cause is usually a clash of personalities, beliefs, or desires.

Meaning of "se querellèrent" in French

"Se querellèrent" is the past historic tense of "se quereller," which translates to "to quarrel" in English. It describes the act of engaging in a dispute or argument, often with heightened emotions involved. The use of the past historic tense, often found in literary contexts, suggests an event completed in the past. Like its English counterpart, "se quereller" involves a clash of opinions or strong emotions, without necessarily implying physical altercations. Quarrels in a French context often reflect cultural nuances around communication and conflict resolution.

Pronunciation of "quarrelled" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈkwɒr.əld/

Pronunciation Variations: In some regions, particularly in American English, the pronunciation might lean slightly towards /ˈkwɔːr.əld/. The 'r' sound can vary in strength depending on regional accents, with British English tending towards a softer 'r' compared to some American dialects.

Pronunciation of "se querellèrent" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /sə kə.ʁɛ.lɛʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "se querellèrent" may vary slightly across France, with differences in the 'r' sound, which can be more guttural in the Parisian accent compared to southern French accents. The nasal vowels may also present slight variations.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. They quarrelled about the best route to take on their trip.
   (Ils se querellèrent sur le meilleur chemin à prendre pour leur voyage.)

2. The siblings often quarrelled over who would do the chores.
   (Les frères et sœurs se querellèrent souvent pour savoir qui ferait les corvées.)

3. The politicians quarrelled during the heated debate.
   (Les politiciens se querellèrent pendant le débat animé.)

4. The two friends quarrelled but eventually reconciled.
   (Les deux amis se querellèrent mais finirent par se réconcilier.)

5. She quarrelled with her neighbor over the fence boundary.
   (Elle se querella avec son voisin au sujet de la limite de la clôture.)

6. Their relationship ended after they quarrelled frequently.
   (Leur relation se termina après qu'ils se querellèrent fréquemment.)

7. The coworkers quarrelled about the project's direction.
   (Les collègues se querellèrent à propos de la direction du projet.)

8. The siblings quarrelled about their inheritance.
   (Les frères et sœurs se querellèrent au sujet de leur héritage.)

9. They sometimes quarrelled but always supported each other.
   (Ils se querellèrent parfois mais se soutinrent toujours.)

10. The team quarrelled over the game's strategy.
    (L'équipe se querella au sujet de la stratégie du jeu.)

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

Synonyms: argued, disputed, bickered, debated, wrangled, contested, squabbled, feuded, sparred, clashed.

Antonyms: agreed, concurred, complied, harmonized, consented, cooperated, assented, united, reconciled, acquiesced.

Similar Words: argued, debated, bickered, discussed, fought, contended, disagreed, wrangled, opposed, contradicted.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "se querellèrent" in French

Synonyms: disputèrent, argumentèrent, se chamaillèrent, se disputèrent, se bagarrèrent, se brouillèrent, polémiquèrent, controversèrent, se crêpèrent le chignon, se frictionnèrent.

Antonyms: s'accordèrent, se réconcilièrent, se concertèrent, collaborèrent, coopérèrent, s'entendirent, harmonisèrent, s'unifièrent, se rapprochèrent, se conciliaient.

Similar Words: disputèrent, argumentèrent, se chamaillèrent, débattirent, s'affrontèrent, se bagarrèrent, polémiquèrent, controvertirent, se brouillèrent, se frictionnèrent.

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