English–French

“unstable” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛ̃stabl/

Example

Cette chaise est instable.

This chair is unstable.

Illustration for instable (unstable)

How to say “unstable” in French

“Unstable” in French is instable.

A thing, situation, or mood without a firm base, liable to wobble or change.

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

Example sentences with instable

Le terrain est instable après la pluie.

The ground is unstable after the rain.

Tips for using instable

  • For insecure work or living conditions, French often uses précaire rather than instable, while instable remains natural for a wobbly chair.

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