French Conversation · Level 104
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French word
vrombissement
Pronunciation
IPA/vʁɔ̃bisəmɑ̃/
Meaning
- masculine nounhum
Example
Le vrombissement du moteur est fort.
The engine's hum is loud.
More examples
Son vrombissement constant m'empêche de dormir.
Its constant drone keeps me from sleeping.
Core concept
A steady, low mechanical roar that seems to vibrate through the air.
Common phrases
le vrombissement du moteur
the engine's drone
le vrombissement du ventilateur
the fan's drone
un vrombissement constant
a constant drone
Similar words
bruit: A general sound or noise heard in the surroundings.
grondement: A low, heavy rumble that echoes continuously.
bourdonnement: A fine, continuous buzzing or humming sound.
Definition in French
Bruit bas et soutenu, souvent produit par un moteur ou un appareil en vibration, perçu comme un grondement régulier.
Word origin
Vrombissement is formed from French vrombir, meaning to drone or roar, with the noun-forming suffix -issement.
Usage tips
- Vrombissement is a masculine noun, so it takes the article le in standard usage.