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vibration

vibration

noun vee-brah-SYOHN Rare

Also means

vibe, feeling (informal)

Usage Note

Vibration refers to a mechanical oscillation or trembling, such as the vibration of an engine or of the ground. In informal modern French the plural vibrations is borrowed to mean the general atmosphere or 'vibe' of a place or situation, mirroring the English usage. The verb vibrer means to vibrate or to thrill with emotion.

Examples

"Les vibrations du moteur sont très fortes."

Natural Translation

The engine vibrations are very strong.

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