English–French

“fleeting” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/efemɛʁ/

Example

Profite de ce moment éphémère.

Enjoy this fleeting moment.

Illustration for éphémère (fleeting)

How to say “fleeting” in French

“Fleeting” in French is éphémère.

A soap bubble catches the light, then bursts, leaving beauty that cannot last.

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

Example sentences with éphémère

Ils ont eu une relation éphémère pendant l'été.

They had a fleeting relationship during the summer.

Tips for using éphémère

  • Éphémère has the same singular spelling in masculine and feminine forms, while its plural is éphémères.

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