French translation of weeping is 
pleurant

Meaning of "weeping" in English

"Weeping" refers to the act of shedding tears, often as a response to emotions such as sadness, joy, or pain. It is a more intense form of crying that typically implies prolonged or profound emotion. Weeping can also be used to describe plant or tree branches that hang downwards, resembling tears. This term captures an emotional intensity and vulnerability, often associated with human experiences of loss or grief, but it may also describe the quiet, continuous release of tears that accompany reflective or cathartic moments.

Meaning of "pleurant" in French

In French, "pleurant" is the present participle of the verb "pleurer," which means "to cry" or "to weep." It describes the continuous action of shedding tears. Much like its English counterpart, "pleurant" is used to convey emotional responses such as sadness, distress, or even joy. The usage of "pleurant" can imply a steady or sustained flow of tears, adding an element of emotional intensity to the situation or subject being described. It can also figuratively apply to objects that give the impression of tears, like "les saules pleureurs" (weeping willows).

Pronunciation of "weeping" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈwiːpɪŋ/

Pronunciation Variations: In different dialects of English, such as American or British English, the pronunciation remains relatively consistent, with minor variations in vowel sound emphasis or stress. However, the overall pronunciation and phonetic structure are largely uniform across regions.

Pronunciation of "pleurant" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /plœʁɑ̃/

Pronunciation Variations: In standard French, the pronunciation of "pleurant" remains stable, with slight regional differences possible, primarily in the nasal quality of the sounds. In some southern regions, the vowel sound may be pronounced with a slightly different resonance.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. She was weeping silently in the corner of the room. (Elle pleurait silencieusement dans le coin de la pièce.)
2. The weeping child clung to his mother. (L'enfant pleurant s'accrochait à sa mère.)
3. Weeping, he read the heartfelt letter. (Pleurant, il a lu la lettre émouvante.)
4. The movie left her weeping with emotion. (Le film l'a laissée pleurant d'émotion.)
5. He couldn't stop weeping after hearing the news. (Il ne pouvait pas s'arrêter de pleurer après avoir entendu la nouvelle.)
6. She was comforted by the sound of the weeping willow. (Elle était réconfortée par le son du saule pleureur.)
7. The weeping mourners gathered at the funeral. (Les pleurants se sont rassemblés aux funérailles.)
8. He felt a sense of relief after weeping for hours. (Il a ressenti un sentiment de soulagement après avoir pleuré pendant des heures.)
9. The novel's tragic ending had everyone weeping. (La fin tragique du roman a fait pleurer tout le monde.)
10. Tears fell freely from her weeping eyes. (Les larmes tombaient librement de ses yeux pleurants.)

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

Synonyms: crying, sobbing, bawling, lamenting, wailing, mourning, sniffling, blubbering, shedding tears, keening.

Antonyms: laughing, smiling, rejoicing, cheering, celebrating, giggling, grinning, chuckling, delighting, exulting.

Similar Words: lamentation, grieving, sorrowing, dirge, sadness, melancholy, anguish, desolation, dolefulness, tears.

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

Synonyms: pleurnichant, sanglotant, larmoyant, gémissant, se lamentant, chialant, geignant, éploré, braillant, sanglot.

Antonyms: riant, souriant, réjouissant, célébrant, acclamant, exultant, heureux, plaisantant, joyeux, divertissant.

Similar Words: larmes, tristesse, peine, désolation, mélancolie, deuil, affliction, chagrin, lamentation, morosité.

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