English–French

“foreshadow” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/pʁefigyʁe/

Example

Ce signe préfigure un changement important.

This sign foreshadows an important change.

Illustration for préfigurer (foreshadow)

How to say “foreshadow” in French

“Foreshadow” in French is préfigurer.

An early visible sign that sketches the shape of a later event.

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

Example sentences with préfigurer

Cette annonce préfigure la réaction du public.

This announcement foreshadows the public's reaction.

Tips for using préfigurer

  • Préfigurer takes a direct object, as in préfigurer un changement, rather than a preposition before the thing indicated.

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