English–French
“assassination” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/asasina/
Example
La police enquête sur l'assassinat du maire.
The police are investigating the assassination of the mayor.
How to say “assassination” in French
“Assassination” in French is assassinat.
A targeted killing carried out after deliberate planning.
Example sentences with assassinat
La famille a demandé justice pour l'assassinat.
The family demanded justice for the assassination.
Tips for using assassinat
- Assassinat is a formal term common in legal and news contexts; everyday speech more often uses meurtre or tuer.