English–French
“evil” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/malefik/
Example
Un sourire maléfique a effrayé les enfants.
An evil smile frightened the children.
How to say “evil” in French
“Evil” in French is maléfique.
A person, power, or act surrounded by an evil force that causes harm or fear.
Example sentences with maléfique
La rumeur disait qu'il était une personne maléfique.
The rumor said that he was an evil person.
Tips for using maléfique
- Maléfique often sounds dramatic or supernatural in French; malveillant usually fits a malicious person, while nocif fits an ordinary harmful thing.