Join Discordtensions
/tɑ̃.sjɔ̃/tension
1.
nounfemininePlur
strained relations; conflicts; social or political unrest
Il y a pas mal de tensions au boulot en ce moment.
There are quite a few tensions at work right now.
2.
nounfemininePlur
physical tightness in the body; muscle knots or stiffness
J'ai des tensions dans le dos à force d'être sur l'ordi.
I have a lot of tension in my back from being on the computer.
3.
nounfemininePlur
electrical voltages or differences of potential (also used for tensions in circuits)
Vérifie les tensions aux bornes avant de toucher le circuit.
Check the voltages at the terminals before touching the circuit.