English–French

“funereal” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/fynɛbʁ/

Example

Il y avait une ambiance funèbre dans la salle.

There was a funereal atmosphere in the room.

Illustration for funèbre (funereal)

How to say “funereal” in French

“Funereal” in French is funèbre.

A solemn, heavy atmosphere that feels shaped by a funeral or deep mourning.

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

Example sentences with funèbre

On a entendu une marche funèbre à la radio.

We heard a funeral march on the radio.

Tips for using funèbre

  • Funèbre is more formal and solemn than triste, so it often suits ceremonies, serious writing, and literary descriptions.

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