English–French
“absolutely” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/apsolymɑ̃/
Example
Tu dois absolument venir.
You absolutely must come.
How to say “absolutely” in French
“Absolutely” in French is absolument.
A situation closed off from exceptions, extending to the strongest possible degree.
Example sentences with absolument
Il est absolument interdit de fumer ici.
It is absolutely forbidden to smoke here.
Tips for using absolument
- French absolument can mean 'definitely' as well as 'completely', so context determines whether it expresses insistence or totality.
Other French words for “absolutely”
Il faut impérativement confirmer la réservation.
You absolutely have to confirm the reservation.