French Word · Intermediate
étincelle
spark
Pronunciation: /e.tɛ̃.sɛl/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "spark".
Example
Une fumée épaisse chargée d’étincelles passait déjà sur le camp des Mexicains, vingt minutes encore et tout était dit pour eux.
A thick smoke charged with sparks was already passing on the Mexicans' camp. Twenty minutes more, and everything was done for them.
Practice tips
- Practice étincelle out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French word is for intermediate-level learners.