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

The word "quench" generally refers to the act of satisfying a thirst or desire. It can also describe the process of extinguishing a fire or light. In metallurgy, "quench" is used to describe rapidly cooling a hot metal object by immersing it in water or oil, thus hardening it. Additionally, it can mean to suppress or subdue emotions, feelings, or activities. It implies a sense of fulfilling or stopping something completely, often bringing relief or resolution.

Meaning of "quench" in French

In French, "quench" is translated to "étancher" when referring to satisfying a thirst. When it pertains to extinguishing a fire, the equivalent is "éteindre." In metallurgy, "quench" is translated to "tremper," which describes the process of rapidly cooling metal. The term can also relate to suppressing or subduing feelings or activities, using words like "apaiser" or "calmer." It conveys a sense of completion, satisfaction, or cessation in various contexts.

Pronunciation of "quench" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [kwɛntʃ].

Pronunciation Variations: In different English-speaking regions, there might be slight variations in accent, but the pronunciation remains largely consistent in its standard form.

Pronunciation of "quench" in French

Phonetic Transcription: Since "quench" isn't used in French, here are common translations.

Pronunciation Variations: "Éteindre" is pronounced [e.tɛ̃dʁ], while "tremper" is [tʁɑ̃.pe]. Regional accents may affect the pronunciation slightly.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. Drinking water will quench your thirst. (Boire de l'eau étanchera votre soif.)
2. The firefighters worked hard to quench the flames. (Les pompiers ont travaillé dur pour éteindre les flammes.)
3. A cool breeze quench the summer heat. (Une brise fraîche apaise la chaleur estivale.)
4. His curiosity was never quite quenched. (Sa curiosité n'était jamais vraiment assouvie.)
5. The metal was quenched to increase its hardness. (Le métal a été trempé pour augmenter sa dureté.)
6. She took a sip to quench her thirst during the hike. (Elle a pris une gorgée pour étancher sa soif lors de la randonnée.)
7. The rain quenched the forest fire after hours of burning. (La pluie a éteint l'incendie de forêt après des heures de combustion.)
8. He couldn't quench his desire for adventure. (Il ne pouvait pas réprimer son désir d'aventure.)
9. They quenched their hunger with a hearty meal. (Ils ont apaisé leur faim avec un repas copieux.)
10. The workshop focuses on quenching techniques for tools. (L'atelier se concentre sur les techniques de trempe pour les outils.)

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

Synonyms: satisfy, extinguish, douse, suppress, subdue, stifle, cool, alleviate, appease, fulfill.

Antonyms: ignite, provoke, arouse, inflame, exacerbate, incite.

Similar Words: dampen, moderate, slacken, mitigate, relieve.

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

Synonyms: étancher, éteindre, tremper, apaiser, calmer, assouvir, rafraîchir.

Antonyms: enflammer, attiser, agiter, exacerber.

Similar Words: tempérer, modérer, adoucir, soulager.

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