French Conversation · Level 44
75 words
French word
remuant
Pronunciation
IPA/ʁəmɥɑ̃/
Meaning
- adjectiverestless
Example
Le bébé est très remuant.
The baby is very restless.
More examples
Le chien est remuant quand il voit des étrangers.
The dog is restless when it sees strangers.
Core concept
A person or animal in constant motion, unable to settle in one place.
Common phrases
bébé remuant
restless baby
très remuant
very restless
Similar words
agité: Agitated and unsettled, physically or emotionally.
turbulent: Noisy and unruly, causing disruption through vigorous activity.
excité: Highly excited and unable to stay calm.
nerveux: Restless because of anxiety or tension.
Definition in French
Se dit d'une personne ou d'un animal qui remue beaucoup et n'arrive pas à rester tranquille.
Word origin
Remuant is the present-participle form used adjectivally from remuer, a verb that developed through Old French from Latin remutare.
Usage tips
- With an adult, remuant can suggest fidgeting or restlessness and may sound mildly critical, while it is often neutral for a baby or animal.