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mort

English translation of mort

death

The French word for 'death' is 'mort'. It is a noun used in many contexts, similar to English. For example, it could refer to the end of life or a state of being dead. It can also be used metaphorically to express the idea of ending or extinction. Like many nouns, the use of 'mort' might change depending on whether it's used in a figurative or literal sense, and its meaning might be influenced by the words and phrases around it.


Example sentences using: mort

C'est une question de vie ou de mort.

English translation of C'est une question de vie ou de mort.

It's a matter of life and death.

This phrase is often used to emphasize the seriousness or urgency of a situation.

Je suis mort de rire.

English translation of Je suis mort de rire.

I'm dying of laughter.

This phrase is used commonly to exaggerate one's reaction to something funny. It's similar to the English expression, 'I'm dying of laughter.'

Il est mort dans son sommeil.

English translation of Il est mort dans son sommeil.

He died in his sleep.

This phrase means someone passed away peacefully while they were sleeping. It's a standard sentence which can be used to describe such a situation.

La mort fait partie de la vie.

English translation of La mort fait partie de la vie.

Death is a part of life.

This sentence communicates a philosophical thought that 'death' is a natural part of life.

La mort n'arrive qu'une fois.

English translation of La mort n'arrive qu'une fois.

Death only happens once.

This is a proverbial statement expressing the idea that life is ephemeral and death is the definitive end, hence it only occurs once.

La peur de la mort est universelle.

English translation of La peur de la mort est universelle.

The fear of death is universal.

This sentence posits that the emotion of fearing death is a common experience shared by all human beings.

La mort n'est que le début.

English translation of La mort n'est que le début.

Death is only the beginning.

This statement implies a belief in something (like an afterlife, or a spiritual realm) beyond physical death.

L'art est une protestation contre la mort.

English translation of L'art est une protestation contre la mort.

Art is a protest against death.

This statement suggests that creating art is a way for humans to express their resistance against the inescapability of death, leaving a legacy that outlives them.

La mort est une partie naturelle de la vie.

English translation of La mort est une partie naturelle de la vie.

Death is a natural part of life.

This is another philosophical sentence suggesting that death is a natural, normal part of existence.

La vie sans amour est une mort sans raison.

English translation of La vie sans amour est une mort sans raison.

Life without love is a death without reason.

This phrase emphasizes the importance of love in life, deeming life without it as pointless as death.

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