French translation of racked is 
embroché

Meaning of "racked" in English

The word "racked" refers to being subjected to extreme stress, suffering, or strain. In many contexts, it describes a mental or physical state where something is burdened or tormented, often severely. It may involve intense activity or a situation that pushes boundaries or imposes significant hardship. For example, a person can be "racked with guilt" or "racked with pain," indicating a condition that dominates one's emotional or physical well-being.

Meaning of "embroché" in French

The term "embroché" in French generally means "skewered" or "impaled." This word is often used in cooking to describe food that has been pierced with a skewer, like meat on a kebab. It's particularly relevant in culinary contexts where ingredients are cooked while skewered. Beyond cooking, the term can be metaphorically used to describe someone being harshly criticized or targeted, much like being ‘pierced’ by words or actions.

Pronunciation of "racked" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /rækt/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "racked" is relatively consistent across different English dialects, although accents might subtly alter its sound. In some British accents, the 'a' might sound slightly more open than in American accents.

Pronunciation of "embroché" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɑ̃.bʁo.ʃe/

Pronunciation Variations: Regional accents in France might slightly affect the pronunciation of "embroché," but the standard French pronunciation is widely understood. In some regions, the 'r' may be more rolled, and the 'o' might have slight variations in openness.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. She was racked with guilt after forgetting her friend's birthday.
   (Elle était embrouillée de culpabilité après avoir oublié l'anniversaire de son amie.)

2. The ship was racked by the violent storm at sea.
   (Le navire a été embrouillé par la violente tempête en mer.)

3. He was racked with pain after the injury.
   (Il était embrouillé de douleur après la blessure.)

4. Their minds were racked trying to solve the complex puzzle.
   (Leurs esprits étaient embrouillés en essayant de résoudre le puzzle complexe.)

5. The company was racked by financial difficulties.
   (L'entreprise était embrouillée par des difficultés financières.)

6. Her body was racked with fever.
   (Son corps était embrouillé de fièvre.)

7. The land was racked by prolonged drought.
   (La terre était embrouillée par une sécheresse prolongée.)

8. He felt racked with nerves before the interview.
   (Il se sentait embrouillé de nerfs avant l'entretien.)

9. The old house was racked by years of neglect.
   (La vieille maison était embrouillée par des années de négligence.)

10. She was racked by indecision about her future.
    (Elle était embrouillée par l'indécision concernant son avenir.)

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

Synonyms: tormented, afflicted, distressed, burdened, harassed, plagued, stressed, grieved, tortured, anguished.

Antonyms: comforted, relieved, eased, soothed, calmed, pacified, supported, reassured, consoled, tranquilized.

Similar Words: strained, taxed, pressured, besieged, troubled, overwhelmed, oppressed, constrained, labored, burdened.

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

Synonyms: transpercé, piqué, enfiché, empalé, broché.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: enfilé, fixé, planté, incrusté, percé.

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