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English - French
Suddenly
ˈsədnli
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
soudainement, tout à coup, brusquement
Suddenly meanings in French
soudainement
Example:
The car stopped suddenly.
La voiture s'est arrêtée soudainement.
He suddenly realized the truth.
Il a soudainement réalisé la vérité.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both everyday conversation and in writing to indicate a quick or unexpected change.
Note: The adverb 'soudainement' is commonly used in both spoken and written French. It's important to note that it conveys a sense of immediacy.
tout à coup
Example:
It started raining all of a sudden.
Il a commencé à pleuvoir tout à coup.
She appeared out of nowhere all of a sudden.
Elle est apparue de nulle part tout à coup.
Usage: informalContext: Often used in casual conversation to describe an unexpected occurrence.
Note: 'Tout à coup' is a more colloquial expression and is frequently used in spoken French.
brusquement
Example:
The door opened abruptly.
La porte s'est ouverte brusquement.
He turned around abruptly.
Il s'est retourné brusquement.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Typically used to describe something that happens with a strong or sudden force.
Note: 'Brusquement' can imply a degree of intensity or suddenness that might be more pronounced than 'soudainement'.
Suddenly's synonyms
abruptly
Abruptly means suddenly and unexpectedly, often implying a sudden change or interruption.
Example: The car stopped abruptly at the red light.
Note: It emphasizes a more jarring or unexpected nature of the sudden action.
unexpectedly
Unexpectedly means without warning or anticipation, catching someone by surprise.
Example: She unexpectedly showed up at the party.
Note: It highlights the element of surprise or lack of preparation.
instantly
Instantly means happening immediately or without any delay.
Example: The news spread instantly across social media.
Note: It emphasizes the speed or immediacy of the sudden action.
Suddenly expressions, common phrases
Out of the blue
Refers to something happening unexpectedly or without warning.
Example: The news of his resignation came out of the blue.
Note: Implies a sense of surprise or shock beyond just the suddenness.
All of a sudden
Indicates a very sudden or unexpected event or change.
Example: All of a sudden, the lights went out in the entire neighborhood.
Note: Emphasizes the completeness and immediacy of the event.
In the blink of an eye
Describes something happening so quickly that it seems almost instantaneous.
Example: The car disappeared in the blink of an eye.
Note: Highlights the speed and suddenness of the action.
Like a bolt from the blue
Refers to a sudden, unexpected event or piece of news.
Example: Her resignation was like a bolt from the blue for everyone.
Note: Suggests a surprising and dramatic impact of the sudden event.
Out of nowhere
Describes something happening without any prior warning or indication.
Example: The storm hit out of nowhere, catching us all off guard.
Note: Emphasizes the lack of anticipation or preparation for the sudden event.
In an instant
Refers to something happening very quickly and without delay.
Example: The mood of the room changed in an instant when she walked in.
Note: Highlights the immediate and swift nature of the sudden action.
Like a shot
Describes someone or something moving very quickly or suddenly.
Example: He left the room like a shot when he heard the news.
Note: Implies a sudden and swift departure or action.
Suddenly everyday (slang) expressions
Like a bat out of hell
Describes sudden and fast movement or action.
Example: She ran out of the room like a bat out of hell.
Note: Emphasizes speed and intensity.
Out of thin air
Indicates something appearing suddenly and seemingly unexplainably.
Example: The solution seemed to appear out of thin air.
Note: Implies a mysterious or inexplicable nature.
Quick as a flash
Refers to acting or happening very quickly.
Example: He answered the question quick as a flash.
Note: Focuses on speed and immediate response.
In a split second
Describes an extremely short amount of time.
Example: The car swerved in a split second to avoid the pedestrian.
Note: Emphasizes the brief duration of the sudden event.
In the twinkling of an eye
Refers to something happening very quickly and almost instantaneously.
Example: The thief disappeared in the twinkling of an eye.
Note: Poetic and formal expression of suddenness.
Before you know it
Indicates something happening quickly and unexpectedly.
Example: The party was over before you know it.
Note: Highlights the quickness of an occurrence without anticipation.
Suddenly - Examples
Suddenly, the lights went out.
Soudain, les lumières se sont éteintes.
Egyszer csak elkezdett esni az eső.
Tout à coup, il a commencé à pleuvoir.
Váratlanul megjelent a barátom az ajtóban.
Inattendu, mon ami est apparu à la porte.
Suddenly grammar
Suddenly - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: suddenly
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): suddenly
Syllables, Separation and Stress
suddenly Contains 2 syllables: sud • den
Phonetic transcription: ˈsə-dᵊn
sud den , ˈsə dᵊn (The red syllable is stressed)
Suddenly - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
suddenly: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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