French translation of waded is 
pataugé

Meaning of "waded" in English

The word "waded" refers to the act of walking through water or another liquid that is shallow enough to allow a person to do so without swimming. It often implies a slow, deliberate movement through the liquid, as the resistance from the water requires more effort than walking on dry land. This term can also be used metaphorically to describe moving through any obstructive or confusing situation. For example, "He waded through paperwork" indicates progressing through a cumbersome amount of documents.

Meaning of "pataugé" in French

"Pataugé" in French describes the action of moving through water or mud, usually at a slow pace and with some degree of difficulty due to the resistance of the liquid. This verb conveys a sense of effort and often has a playful or awkward connotation, as one might experience when splashing around in shallow water, such as a pond or puddle. It can also be used figuratively to express dealing with complicated or messy situations.

Pronunciation of "waded" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈweɪdɪd/

The pronunciation of "waded" does not vary significantly across different English dialects. It typically maintains a consistent stress on the first syllable.

Pronunciation of "pataugé" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /patɔʒe/

Pronunciation variations are minimal, but slight differences may be noted in regional accents across France and French-speaking regions, where intonation and stress may vary slightly without altering the fundamental pronunciation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. He waded through the river carefully. (Il a pataugé à travers la rivière avec précaution.)
2. She waded in the shallow pool, enjoying the cool water. (Elle a pataugé dans la piscine peu profonde, appréciant l'eau fraîche.)
3. The children waded through the puddles after the rain. (Les enfants ont pataugé dans les flaques après la pluie.)
4. We waded into the sea to reach the boat. (Nous avons pataugé dans la mer pour atteindre le bateau.)
5. He waded across the flooded street. (Il a pataugé dans la rue inondée.)
6. The hikers waded through the muddy path. (Les randonneurs ont pataugé sur le chemin boueux.)
7. She waded through the paperwork to find the document. (Elle a pataugé dans les papiers pour trouver le document.)
8. The ducklings waded behind their mother in the pond. (Les canetons ont pataugé derrière leur mère dans l'étang.)
9. He waded into the debate with strong arguments. (Il a pataugé dans le débat avec des arguments solides.)
10. They waded ashore after the swim. (Ils ont pataugé jusqu'à la rive après la baignade.)

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

Synonyms: splashed, forded, trudged, plodded, trekked.

Antonyms: floated, glided, swam, soared, sailed.

Similar Words: crossed, moved, advanced, navigated, journeyed.

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

Synonyms: barboté, baigné, joué, traversé, englué.

Antonyms: flotté, glissé, nagé, survolé, navigué.

Similar Words: traversé, avancé, marché, pataugeant, cheminé.

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