English–French

“candlestick” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃɑ̃dəlje/

Example

Sur la table, il y a un chandelier.

There is a candlestick on the table.

Illustration for chandelier (candlestick)

How to say “candlestick” in French

“Candlestick” in French is chandelier.

A candle holder with a base or handle that supports one or more candles.

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

Example sentences with chandelier

Avant la panne de courant, ils ont allumé le chandelier.

Before the power outage, they lit the candelabrum.

Tips for using chandelier

  • In French, a ceiling light is usually called a lustre, while chandelier primarily denotes a candle holder in this sense.

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