English–French
“alert” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/alɛʁt/
Example
Une alerte a été déclenchée ce matin.
An alert was triggered this morning.
How to say “alert” in French
“Alert” in French is alerte.
A phone screen, siren, or public notice carrying a short urgent message about a specific danger.
Example sentences with alerte
Une alerte météo a été émise pour prévenir des habitants d'un risque d'inondation.
A weather alert was issued to warn residents of a risk of flooding.
Tips for using alerte
- Alerte usually concerns a serious immediate danger, while attention can mark ordinary caution and avertissement can be a broader warning.