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alarme

English translation of alarme

alarm

In French, the word 'alarme' is used to describe a device or system that signals a warning or alert, similar to the English word 'alarm'. It can be used in a variety of contexts, such as a fire alarm, a burglar alarm, or a car alarm. The word 'alarme' can also be used more generally to refer to a feeling of alarm or concern, as in 'J'ai eu une alarme quand j'ai vu la fumée' (I had an alarm when I saw the smoke).


Example sentences using: alarme

L'alarme de la maison a sonné.

English translation of L'alarme de la maison a sonné.

The house alarm went off.

This example demonstrates the use of the word 'alarme' in the context of a house alarm system that is triggered or goes off.

L'alarme du réveil est trop bruyante.

English translation of L'alarme du réveil est trop bruyante.

The alarm of the alarm clock is too noisy.

In this context, 'alarme' is used to refer to the loud sound or noise produced by an alarm clock, which is meant to awaken someone.

La voiture est équipée d'une alarme anti-vol.

English translation of La voiture est équipée d'une alarme anti-vol.

The car is equipped with an anti-theft alarm.

Here, 'alarme' is used to refer to a built-in device in a car that is intended to discourage theft of the vehicle. The word 'alarme' can be used to refer to various types of alarm systems or devices.

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