English–French

“residual effect” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁemanɑ̃s/

Example

La rémanence de sa voix restait dans la pièce.

The residual effect of his voice lingered in the room.

Illustration for rémanence (residual effect)

How to say “residual effect” in French

“Residual effect” in French is rémanence.

An afterimage of an event that still colors what is sensed afterward.

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

Example sentences with rémanence

Après le dîner, la rémanence du goût est restée longtemps.

After dinner, the aftertaste lingered for a long time.

Tips for using rémanence

  • Rémanence is formal and often technical; ordinary conversation more often uses impression or souvenir for related everyday ideas.

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