No. 1,951 in French
sensation
A feeling or perception experienced through the senses.
In a sentence
La sensation de la brise sur mon visage me calme.
The sensation of the breeze on my face calms me.
In this sentence, "sensation" refers to a perceptual experience or feeling derived from a physical interaction, specifically the breeze on the skin.
Elle a décrit sa sensation d'excitation avant le spectacle.
She described her sensation of excitement before the show.
Here, "sensation" is used to convey an emotional or internal feeling, in this case excitement, which is shared by an individual.
Ce film est une véritable sensation parmi les critiques.
This movie is a true sensation among critics.
In this context, "sensation" refers to a widespread phenomenon or event causing great interest or excitement, especially in public opinion or media.
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