English–French

“apostle” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/apotʁ/

Example

L'apôtre Pierre a prêché dans la ville.

The apostle Peter preached in the city.

Illustration for apôtre (apostle)

How to say “apostle” in French

“Apostle” in French is apôtre.

A fervent messenger carrying a belief or cause to other people.

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

Example sentences with apôtre

Il est un apôtre du végétarisme.

He is an advocate of vegetarianism.

Tips for using apôtre

  • The figurative pattern is apôtre de followed by a cause, as in un apôtre de la paix, and it often has a lofty or slightly ironic tone.

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