English–French

“cavalry” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kavaləʁi/

Example

La cavalerie a traversé le champ.

The cavalry crossed the field.

Illustration for cavalerie (cavalry)

How to say “cavalry” in French

“Cavalry” in French is cavalerie.

Mounted troops forming a mobile military unit across a battlefield.

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

Example sentences with cavalerie

Si besoin, on fera appel à la cavalerie.

If necessary, we'll call in the cavalry.

Tips for using cavalerie

  • Cavalerie refers to mounted troops, whereas chevalerie refers to chivalry or the medieval knightly class.

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