French translation of teemed is 
fourmillaient

Meaning of "teemed" in English

The word "teemed" refers to being filled to overflowing or being abundantly populated. It is often used to describe environments or spaces that are alive with activity and busy with large numbers of people, animals, or things. When a place or area teems with life, it suggests a bustling and lively atmosphere, filled with hustle and hustle, often to the point of seeming chaotic or overwhelming.

Meaning of "fourmillaient" in French

The French word "fourmillaient" is used to describe a place that is brimming or swarming with people, animals, or activities. It conveys the idea of an area that is densely packed and lively, much like an anthill, which is always bustling with activity. It is the past tense plural form of the verb "fourmiller," and it captures the essence of being crowded and full of movement, akin to the English word "teemed."

Pronunciation of "teemed" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [tiːmd]

Pronunciation Variations: Generally pronounced the same in most English-speaking regions, though slight variations in vowel length or tone might occur in different English dialects.

Pronunciation of "fourmillaient" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [fuʁ.mij.ɛ]

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation remains fairly consistent across different French-speaking regions, although slight nuances might be heard depending on local dialects.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The river teemed with fish. (La rivière fourmillait de poissons.)
2. The streets teemed with tourists during the festival. (Les rues fourmillaient de touristes pendant le festival.)
3. His mind teemed with brilliant ideas. (Son esprit fourmillait d'idées brillantes.)
4. The garden teemed with flowers in spring. (Le jardin fourmillait de fleurs au printemps.)
5. Her thoughts teemed with possibilities. (Ses pensées fourmillaient de possibilités.)
6. The forest teemed with wildlife. (La forêt fourmillait de faune sauvage.)
7. The market teemed with vibrant stalls. (Le marché fourmillait de stands vibrants.)
8. Their house teemed with guests during the party. (Leur maison fourmillait d'invités pendant la fête.)
9. The classroom teemed with children eager to learn. (La salle de classe fourmillait d'enfants avides d'apprendre.)
10. The ocean teemed with colorful fish. (L'océan fourmillait de poissons colorés.)

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

Synonyms: swarmed, abounded, thronged, overflowed, filled, brimmed, packed, crammed, crowded, multiplied.

Antonyms: emptied, lacked, needed, wanted, diminished.

Similar Words: bustled, burgeoned, thrived, buzzed, prospered.

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

Synonyms: pullulaient, grouillaient, abondaient, débordaient, foisonnaient, se pressaient, se bousculaient, affluaient, s'agglutinaient, se massaient.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: bruissaient, s'animaient, se remuaient, vivaient.

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