English–French

“grudge” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁɑ̃kyn/

Example

Je garde une rancune contre toi.

I bear a grudge against you.

Illustration for rancune (grudge)

How to say “grudge” in French

“Grudge” in French is rancune.

A lingering taste of bitterness directed at someone after a perceived injustice.

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

Example sentences with rancune

Ils n'ont plus de rancune après des excuses sincères.

They no longer hold a grudge after sincere apologies.

Tips for using rancune

  • Rancune describes lasting resentment rather than a brief anger, for which French commonly uses être fâché or être en colère.

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