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feeling

/ˈfiːlɪŋ/

/ˈfilɪŋ/

feeling about

feelingnoun

feelings

/ˈfiːlɪŋ/

/ˈfilɪŋ/

Translations

sentimentSens ou réaction émotionnelle.

She had a feeling of happiness when she received the good news.

Elle a ressenti un sentiment de bonheur lorsqu’elle a reçu la bonne nouvelle.

sentimentAu pluriel, dans le sens de dispositions affectives ou d’émotions.

Be careful not to hurt her feelings.

Fais attention à ne pas blesser ses sentiments.

Additional translations

pressentimentCroyance ou impression vague, souvent intuitive.

sensibilitéCapacité de ressentir le toucher.

impressionAtmosphère ou impression perçue par les sens.

Definitions

An emotional state or reaction.

She had a feeling of happiness when she received the good news.

A belief, especially a vague or irrational one.

He had a feeling that something was wrong, even though he couldn't explain why.

The capacity to experience the sense of touch.

The feeling in his fingers returned after they warmed up.

An impression or atmosphere perceived by the senses.

The room had a cozy feeling with the fireplace lit and soft music playing.

A person's emotions or sensitivities, especially when regarded as liable to be hurt.

Be careful not to hurt her feelings.

Synonyms

feelinggerund / present participle

/ˈfiːlɪŋ/

/ˈfilɪŋ/

Used attributively to describe someone who is sensitive or empathetic.

Translations

sensibleS’emploie surtout pour une personne empathique ou émotive.

He is a feeling person who always considers others.

C’est une personne sensible qui pense toujours aux autres.

Definitions

Sensitive or sympathetic in nature; emotional.

He is a feeling person who always considers others.

Synonyms

feelverb

feeling

Gerund

felt

Past Simple

felt

Past Participle

feeling

Gerund

/fiːl/

/fil/

Translations

ressentirPour une sensation physique ou une émotion.

I feel a sharp pain in my knee when I bend it.

Je ressens une vive douleur au genou quand je le plie.

sentirPour percevoir par le toucher ou avec les sens.

She felt the fabric to check its quality.

Elle a senti le tissu pour en vérifier la qualité.

pressentirPour une intuition ou une impression intérieure.

I feel that something is not right about this situation.

Je pressens que quelque chose ne va pas dans cette situation.

penserPour exprimer une opinion ou un avis personnel.

I feel that we should take a different approach to solve this problem.

Je pense que nous devrions adopter une autre approche pour résoudre ce problème.

semblerPour indiquer une qualité perçue au toucher.

The velvet feels incredibly soft.

Le velours semble incroyablement doux.

Additional translations

palperSens concret, registre plus précis ou technique.

compatirSens de sympathie ou d’empathie envers quelqu’un.

Definitions

To experience a physical sensation or emotion.

I feel a sharp pain in my knee when I bend it.

To touch or handle something in order to examine it.

She felt the fabric to check its quality.

To be aware of something through instinct or intuition.

I feel that something is not right about this situation.

To have a particular opinion or belief about something.

I feel that we should take a different approach to solve this problem.

To have a specified tactile quality when touched.

The velvet feels incredibly soft.

To sympathize or empathize with someone, especially regarding their difficulties.

I really feel for the families affected by the disaster.

Synonyms

feelnoun

Definitions

The sensation or perception of touch.

The feel of the soft fabric was comforting.

An intuitive understanding or ability.

She has a good feel for languages.

The atmosphere or quality of something.

The restaurant has a cozy feel.

An act of touching or exploring something with the hands.

Give the surface a feel and tell me if it is smooth enough.