English–French

“castle” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃato/

Example

Le château est ancien.

The castle is old.

Illustration for château (castle)

How to say “castle” in French

“Castle” in French is château.

A grand old property that can suggest towers and walls or the vineyard estate identified by its name.

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

Example sentences with château

Le château produit un bon vin.

The castle produces a good wine.

Tips for using château

  • On a wine label, Château before a name usually identifies the estate or producer and does not guarantee that a castle-like building remains there.

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