French translation of vapor is 
vapor

Meaning of "vapor" in English

"Vapor" refers to a substance in the gas phase at a temperature lower than its critical temperature, meaning that it can be condensed to a liquid by increasing the pressure without reducing the temperature. Typically, vapor is used to describe gases that are produced from liquids or solids through the process of evaporation or sublimation. Common examples include water vapor, which is water in its gaseous state, and it plays a significant role in processes such as condensation and in forming clouds and precipitation in the atmosphere.

Meaning of "vapor" in French

In French, "vapor" (translated as "vapeur") has a similar meaning as in English. It denotes a gaseous form of a substance, particularly when it originates from a liquid or solid state as a result of heating or reduced pressure, akin to the English term "vapor." The concept is crucial in various scientific and industrial contexts, such as steam engines, culinary techniques like steaming, and natural phenomena including the water cycle. "Vapeur" in French also conveys the intangible or ephemeral nature of something, like a fleeting thought or impression.

Pronunciation of "vapor" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈveɪpər/

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, "vapor" is pronounced with emphasis on the first syllable, with a long 'a' sound. In British English, it may also be spelled and pronounced as "vapour," but the phonetic articulation remains primarily consistent, perceived as /ˈveɪpə(r)/. Regional accents may slightly alter the stress or vowel sound.

Pronunciation of "vapor" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /va.pœʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: The French pronunciation remains relatively uniform across regions, but slight variations may occur. In some dialects, the ‘r’ may be pronounced with a more guttural sound typical of certain French regional accents, adding a subtle difference to the enunciation of "vapeur."

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. Water vapor in the air can cause humidity. (La vapeur d'eau dans l'air peut causer de l'humidité.)
2. The kettle started producing vapor as it boiled. (La bouilloire a commencé à produire de la vapeur en bouillant.)
3. She watched the vapor rise from her hot coffee. (Elle regarda la vapeur s'élever de son café chaud.)
4. Vapors from chemical reactions can be hazardous. (Les vapeurs des réactions chimiques peuvent être dangereuses.)
5. Morning mist is a type of vapor that blankets the fields. (La brume du matin est une sorte de vapeur qui recouvre les champs.)
6. The artist depicted a dreamlike scene with vapor clouds. (L'artiste a représenté une scène onirique avec des nuages de vapeur.)
7. Vapor trails were visible in the sky after the plane passed. (Des traînées de vapeur étaient visibles dans le ciel après le passage de l'avion.)
8. The invention of steam engines harnessed the power of vapor. (L'invention des machines à vapeur a exploité la puissance de la vapeur.)
9. In science class, we learned how vapor forms. (En cours de science, nous avons appris comment la vapeur se forme.)
10. The potion emitted a strange vapor when mixed. (La potion a émis une vapeur étrange lorsqu'elle a été mélangée.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "vapor" in English

Synonyms: steam, mist, fog, condensation, exhaust, effluvium, fume, haze, cloud, gas.

Antonyms: liquid, solid.

Similar Words: gas, smoke, mist, exhalation, steam.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "vapor" in French

Synonyms: brume, buée, émanation, gaz, exhalaison, brouillard, nuage, fumée, vapeur d'eau.

Antonyms: liquide, solide.

Similar Words: fumée, brouillard, nuage, gaz.

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