English–French

“absence” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/apsɑ̃s/

Example

J'ai remarqué son absence.

I noticed his absence.

Illustration for absence (absence)

How to say “absence” in French

“Absence” in French is absence.

An expected person or thing is missing from its place, leaving that place or role empty.

Full entry for absence: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with absence

En cas d'absence, prévenez-nous.

In case of absence, notify us.

Tips for using absence

  • Absence is feminine, so standard forms include une absence, cette absence, and en l'absence de quelqu'un or quelque chose.

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