English–French

“semblance” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/sɑ̃blɑ̃/

Example

Il ne faut pas accepter un semblant d'explication.

One must not accept a mere semblance of an explanation.

Illustration for semblant (semblance)

How to say “semblance” in French

“Semblance” in French is semblant.

An outer display that looks like substance while hiding or lacking the thing itself.

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

Example sentences with semblant

Il a fait semblant d'écouter pendant la réunion.

He pretended to listen during the meeting.

Tips for using semblant

  • The noun semblant often has a literary tone, whereas faire semblant de plus an infinitive is a common everyday expression meaning to pretend.

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