French translation of quickening is 
quickening

Meaning of "quickening" in English

"Quickening" generally refers to a process or action that increases speed or intensity. In the context of human development, it specifically refers to the first sensation of fetal movement felt by a pregnant woman, which typically occurs around the midpoint of pregnancy. The term can also denote a resurgence or revival of activity, life, or energy in a general sense, applicable to both literal and metaphorical contexts. It often conveys a sense of awakening or heightened state of activity.

Meaning of "quickening" in French

In French, "quickening" translates to the same term, "quickening," and retains similar meanings related to acceleration or intensification of some form of movement or activity. Within the context of pregnancy, it also refers to "premiers mouvements fœtaux" or the first movements of a fetus that a pregnant woman perceives. The term carries connotations of increasing life, vitality, or speed in various activities or processes. In more metaphorical usage, it can signify a revitalization or a burst of energetic activity.

Pronunciation of "quickening" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈkwɪk.ən.ɪŋ/

Pronunciation Variations: The word is consistently pronounced with slight variations primarily influenced by regional accents. In American English, the emphasis is firmly on the first syllable, while in British English, it might sound slightly softer.

Pronunciation of "quickening" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈkwɪk.ən.ɪŋ/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, although the pronunciation is borrowed from English, slight variations might occur due to regional French accents, but these are generally minor.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The quickening of the heartbeat was noticeable. (L'accélération du rythme cardiaque était perceptible.)
2. She felt the first quickening of the baby. (Elle a senti les premiers mouvements du bébé.)
3. The quickening pace of life in the city was overwhelming. (Le rythme de vie accéléré de la ville était écrasant.)
4. There was a quickening in the economy last year. (Il y a eu une reprise de l'économie l'année dernière.)
5. The artist's quickening pulse was reflected in her vibrant paintings. (Le pouls accéléré de l'artiste se reflétait dans ses peintures vibrantes.)
6. Amidst the chaos, there was a quickening of innovation. (Au milieu du chaos, il y avait une accélération de l'innovation.)
7. The quickening tempo of the music energized the crowd. (Le rythme accéléré de la musique a dynamisé la foule.)
8. His heart experienced a quickening as he approached the stage. (Son cœur a accéléré à mesure qu'il s'approchait de la scène.)
9. The quickening of the seasons was evident in the early blooms of spring. (L'accélération des saisons était évidente dans les floraisons précoces du printemps.)
10. She could sense a quickening in the air, a sign of impending change. (Elle pouvait sentir une accélération dans l'air, signe d'un changement imminent.)

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

Synonyms: acceleration, hastening, stimulation, intensification, animation, arousal, revival, boosting, energizing, enlivening.

Antonyms: slowing, deceleration, reduction, diminution, weakening, stalling, suppression, damping, stagnation, halting.

Similar Words: awakening, enlivenment, activation, spurring, heightening, invigorating, enhancement, resurgence, escalation, propulsion.

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

Synonyms: accélération, stimulation, vivification, intensification, animation, arousal, revival, boosting, énergisant, vivifiant.

Antonyms: ralentissement, décélération, réduction, diminution, affaiblissement, arrêt, suppression, freinage, stagnation, arrêt.

Similar Words: éveil, activation, stimulation, dynamisation, rehaussement, revigoration, enhancement, résurgence, escalade, propulsion.

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