English–French
“debt” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/dɛt/
Example
J'ai contracté une dette pour payer mes études.
I incurred a debt to pay for my studies.
How to say “debt” in French
“Debt” in French is dette.
A financial burden owed to another person or institution and carried until it is repaid.
Example sentences with dette
Elle essaie de rembourser sa dette le plus vite possible.
She is trying to repay her debt as quickly as possible.
Tips for using dette
- Dette is feminine, so standard forms include une dette, la dette, and cette dette.
Other French words for “debt”
L'endettement l'empêche d'acheter une maison.
His debt keeps him from buying a house.