English–French

“derogatory” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/peʒoʁatif/

Example

Il a fait un commentaire péjoratif sur son collègue.

He made a derogatory comment about his colleague.

Illustration for péjoratif (derogatory)

How to say “derogatory” in French

“Derogatory” in French is péjoratif.

A word or remark that puts its target down.

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

Example sentences with péjoratif

Évite les mots péjoratifs dans un courriel professionnel.

Avoid derogatory words in a professional email.

Tips for using péjoratif

  • Péjoratif agrees in gender and number: péjoratif, péjorative, péjoratifs, and péjoratives.

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