English–French
“devil” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/djabl/
Example
Je ne crois pas au diable.
I don't believe in the devil.
How to say “devil” in French
“Devil” in French is diable.
An embodiment of harmful evil, extended in ordinary speech to someone whose cunning mischief causes trouble.
Example sentences with diable
Ne faites pas confiance à quelqu'un qui semble être le diable.
Do not trust someone who seems to be the devil.
Tips for using diable
- In phrases such as un sacré diable, diable can describe a notably spirited or troublesome person rather than a literal supernatural being.