English–French

“dizzying” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/vɛʁtiʒinø/

Example

Le prix était vertigineux.

The price was dizzying.

Illustration for vertigineux (dizzying)

How to say “dizzying” in French

“Dizzying” in French is vertigineux.

An extreme height, amount, or intensity that seems to make the head spin.

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

Example sentences with vertigineux

Le concert a connu un succès vertigineux.

The concert enjoyed staggering success.

Tips for using vertigineux

  • Vertigineux usually describes an external height, amount, or intensity, while physical dizziness is expressed with avoir le vertige.

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