English–French

“appalling” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/deploʁabl/

Example

Sa conduite est déplorable.

His conduct is appalling.

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How to say “appalling” in French

“Appalling” in French is déplorable.

A deeply distressing failure whose poor quality or consequences call for public regret and condemnation.

Full entry for déplorable: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Tips for using déplorable

  • In French, déplorable is stronger than regrettable and commonly signals serious criticism rather than simple disappointment.

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