English–French

“battalion” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/batajɔ̃/

Example

Le bataillon part demain matin.

The battalion is leaving tomorrow morning.

Illustration for bataillon (battalion)

How to say “battalion” in French

“Battalion” in French is bataillon.

A sizeable organized mass, especially a military unit formed from several companies, or figuratively a large crowd.

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

Example sentences with bataillon

Le bataillon est composé de trois compagnies.

The battalion is made up of three companies.

Tips for using bataillon

  • Bataillon is masculine, so the forms are un bataillon and ce bataillon.

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