English–French
“detective” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/detɛktiv/
Example
Le détective travaille sur une nouvelle affaire.
The detective is working on a new case.
How to say “detective” in French
“Detective” in French is détective.
A person who pieces together clues from observation, interviews, and records to uncover what happened.
Example sentences with détective
Le détective privé a interrogé un témoin.
The private detective questioned a witness.
Tips for using détective
- Détective is not limited to a police officer, so inspecteur or enquêteur is more precise when a police role is intended.