English–French

“athletics” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/atletizm/

Example

J'aime l'athlétisme.

I like athletics.

Illustration for athlétisme (athletics)

How to say “athletics” in French

“Athletics” in French is athlétisme.

A track and field discipline that brings sprinting, jumping, and throwing events under one sporting category.

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

Example sentences with athlétisme

Elle fait de l'athlétisme tous les samedis.

She does track and field every Saturday.

Tips for using athlétisme

  • French uses faire de l'athlétisme for taking part in the sport, rather than faire l'athlétisme.

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