No. 11,706 in French
sentimentales
"Sentimentales" in English means "related to emotions or feelings, often romantic or nostalgic."
In a sentence
Elle préfère les comédies sentimentales aux drames.
She prefers sentimental comedies over dramas.
In this sentence, 'sentimentales' modifies 'comédies', indicating that the comedies are of a sentimental nature, appealing to emotions.
Les souvenirs sentimentales de son enfance lui apportent beaucoup de joie.
The sentimental memories of her childhood bring her much joy.
Here, 'sentimentales' describes 'souvenirs', suggesting emotional or affectionate memories, evoking feelings.
Ils ont des raisons sentimentales pour visiter ce lieu.
They have sentimental reasons for visiting this place.
'Sentimentales' is used to characterize 'raisons', meaning that their motivation is driven by emotion or personal affection.
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