English–French

“mishap” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/mezavɑ̃tyʁ/

Example

Hier, j'ai eu une mésaventure en prenant le train.

Yesterday, I had a mishap while traveling by train.

Illustration for mésaventure (mishap)

How to say “mishap” in French

“Mishap” in French is mésaventure.

An unexpected snag that causes temporary trouble without becoming a disaster.

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

Example sentences with mésaventure

Elle a évité une mésaventure en rentrant chez elle plus tôt.

She avoided a mishap by getting home earlier.

Tips for using mésaventure

  • Mésaventure usually softens the description of an everyday mishap and is less severe than words such as catastrophe or drame.

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