English–French
“gloomy” in French
How to say “gloomy” in French
“Gloomy” in French is morne.
A gray, still scene with little light or cheer.
Example sentences with morne
Son visage était morne après la nouvelle.
His face was somber after the news.
Tips for using morne
- Morne is more literary and atmospheric than everyday triste, so it often describes a day, landscape, or mood in written French.
Other French words for “gloomy”
Le ciel est lugubre aujourd'hui.
The sky is gloomy today.