English–French

“wave” in French

French

Alsoonde

Pronunciation

IPA/aʒite/

Example

Il agite la main.

He waves his hand.

Illustration for agiter (wave)

How to say “wave” in French

“Wave” in French is agiter.

A force repeatedly sets something in motion until its contents mix or a person's calm is disturbed.

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

Example sentences with agiter

Avant de servir, il agite la bouteille.

Before serving, he shakes the bottle.

Tips for using agiter

  • Agiter takes a direct object, so agiter un liquide and agiter quelqu'un require no preposition before the object.

Other French words for “wave”

feminine nounwave

L'onde a atteint la rive.

The wave reached the shore.

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