English–French
“explosive” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛksplozif/
Example
Ses ventes ont été explosives cette année.
Their sales have been explosive this year.
How to say “explosive” in French
“Explosive” in French is explosif.
A contained force released outward so rapidly that it changes the whole situation.
Example sentences with explosif
Sa réaction a été explosive quand il a appris la nouvelle.
His reaction was explosive when he learned the news.
Tips for using explosif
- Explosif commonly describes rapid, intense growth or a strong reaction, so its figurative use is broader than physical danger.