English–French

“resentment” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁɑ̃kœʁ/

Example

Il garde encore de la rancœur contre son ancien ami.

He still feels resentment toward his former friend.

Illustration for rancœur (resentment)

How to say “resentment” in French

“Resentment” in French is rancœur.

A bitter stain left on the mind by an old wound.

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

Example sentences with rancœur

Elle n'a montré aucune rancœur après leur dispute.

She showed no resentment after their argument.

Tips for using rancœur

  • Rancœur is feminine, so standard forms include une rancœur and de la rancœur.

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