la rafale
Pronunciation
/ʁafˈal/

Definition & Meaning of "rafale"in French

La rafale
01

gust (of wind), blast

coup de vent violent et soudain
la rafale definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Countable
Gender
Feminine
Plural form
rafales
Examples
Soudain, une rafale a emporté son chapeau.
Suddenly, a gust blew his hat away.
02

burst (of gunfire), volley

série rapide et intense de coups (tirs, balles, etc.)
Examples
Le policier a tiré une courte rafale en l' air.
The officer fired a short burst into the air.
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