English–French

“emotion” in French

French

Alsoémotion

Pronunciation

IPA/afɛkt/

Example

Après la nouvelle, son affect a changé visiblement.

After the news, his emotions visibly changed.

Illustration for affect (emotion)

How to say “emotion” in French

“Emotion” in French is affect.

A feeling within a person that shapes facial expression and behavior.

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

Example sentences with affect

Sa voix trahissait son affect malgré son sourire.

His voice betrayed his affect despite his smile.

Tips for using affect

  • Affect is a masculine noun, usually un affect, and its technical register makes émotion or sentiment more natural in everyday speech.

Other French words for “emotion”

Je ressens une émotion forte.

I feel a strong emotion.

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