English–French

“dike” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/dig/

Example

La digue protège le village contre la mer.

The dike protects the village from the sea.

Illustration for digue (dike)

How to say “dike” in French

“Dike” in French is digue.

A linear bank built along a coast or waterway to defend low ground from flooding and redirect the flow.

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

Example sentences with digue

Après la tempête, la digue a besoin de réparations.

After the storm, the dike needs repairs.

Tips for using digue

  • In coastal towns, la digue can also refer to the promenade along or on the sea barrier, so context distinguishes the path from the structure.

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