English–French
“furtive” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/fyʁtif/
Example
Elle jette un regard furtif vers la porte.
She casts a furtive glance toward the door.
How to say “furtive” in French
“Furtive” in French is furtif.
A movement that briefly passes below the level of notice.
Example sentences with furtif
Il a fait un geste furtif vers la fenêtre.
He made a furtive gesture toward the window.
Tips for using furtif
- Furtif commonly describes a brief regard, geste, mouvement, or passage rather than a permanently hidden object.