French Conversation · Level 9
88 words
French word
volatil
Pronunciation
IPA/volatil/
Meaning
- adjectivevolatile
Example
Le marché est volatil.
The market is volatile.
More examples
Les prix sont volatils en ce moment.
Prices are volatile right now.
Core concept
A loose balance that can tip suddenly when a market, situation, or mood shifts.
Common phrases
marché volatil
volatile market
prix volatils
volatile prices
économie volatile
volatile economy
Similar words
incertain: Uncertain and not dependable in its outcome or circumstances.
imprévisible: Not predictable in advance.
variable: Liable to vary in value or appearance.
changeant: Changing frequently as conditions or time change.
Definition in French
Qui change facilement ou qui manque de stabilité; s'emploie pour des marchés, des situations ou des états d'esprit.
Word origin
French volatil comes from Latin volatilis, meaning 'able to fly', itself formed from volare meaning 'to fly'; this developed into the idea of something that does not stay fixed.
Usage tips
- The final l in volatil is pronounced, giving an ending close to 'teel' rather than the English pronunciation of volatile.