English–French

“unease” in French

French

Alsomal-être

Pronunciation

IPA/malɛz/

Example

Il y a un malaise dans la salle.

There is a sense of unease in the room.

Illustration for malaise (unease)

How to say “unease” in French

“Unease” in French is malaise.

An unclear sense that the body or mind is not at ease.

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

Example sentences with malaise

Après la nouvelle, un malaise s'est installé entre eux.

After the news, a sense of unease settled between them.

Tips for using malaise

  • The phrase être mal à l'aise usually describes social or emotional awkwardness, while malaise can also describe physical illness.

Other French words for “unease”

Je ressens un mal-être depuis quelque temps.

I have been feeling uneasy for some time.

“unease” in other languages