English–French

“hurtful” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/fʁwasɑ̃/

Example

Cette remarque était froissante.

This remark was hurtful.

Illustration for froissant (hurtful)

How to say “hurtful” in French

“Hurtful” in French is froissant.

Words that press against a sensitive spot and leave the listener inwardly creased.

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

Example sentences with froissant

Il a employé un ton froissant lors de la réunion.

He used a hurtful tone during the meeting.

Tips for using froissant

  • Froissant describes what causes offense, whereas froissé describes the person or feeling left offended: une remarque froissante, un collègue froissé.

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