French Conversation · Level 101
60 words
French word
angoissant
Pronunciation
IPA/ɑ̃gwasɑ̃/
Meaning
- adjectivedistressing
Example
Cette nouvelle est angoissante pour moi.
This news is distressing for me.
More examples
Le moment était angoissant pour tout le monde.
The moment was distressing for everyone.
Core concept
A tight pressure in the chest that turns a situation into intense, oppressive fear.
Common phrases
moment angoissant
distressing moment
film angoissant
distressing film
sujet angoissant
distressing topic
Similar words
inquiétant: Causing unease or worry.
préoccupant: Keeping concern alive about the future or an outcome.
angoissé: Deeply anxious and unable to feel calm.
effrayant: Causing fear or intense alarm.
Definition in French
Qui fait ressentir une angoisse vive, souvent avec une impression d'oppression dans la poitrine.
Word origin
French angoissant derives from angoisse, from Latin angustia through Old French, with the adjective suffix -ant added to the noun.
Usage tips
- Angoissant usually describes a situation or event, while angoissé usually describes a person who feels distressed by it.