English–French

“civilized” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/sivilize/

Example

Il vit dans une société civilisée.

He lives in a civilized society.

Illustration for civilisé (civilized)

How to say “civilized” in French

“Civilized” in French is civilisé.

A person or society shaped by courtesy, respect, restraint, and social education.

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

Example sentences with civilisé

Il a donné une réponse civilisée malgré l'insulte.

He gave a polite response despite the insult.

Tips for using civilisé

  • Civilisé can judge a person's overall social conduct, whereas poli more narrowly describes courtesy.

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