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No. 8,537 in French

amers

"Amers" means "bitter" in English.

In a sentence

  • Les citrons sont souvent amers pour les personnes qui n’aiment pas les goûts acidulés.

    Lemons are often bitter for people who don't like tangy flavors.

    The word 'amers' is used here as an adjective describing the taste of lemons as 'bitter'.

  • Ses souvenirs d’enfance évoquent parfois des moments amers et tristes.

    His childhood memories sometimes evoke bitter and sad moments.

    The word 'amers' is used metaphorically to describe memories as 'bitter', implying unpleasant or regrettable emotions.

  • Après sa défaite, il avait des sentiments amers envers son rival.

    After his defeat, he felt bitter feelings toward his rival.

    The word 'amers' is used to describe feelings of bitterness or resentment toward another person.

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