English–French
“fortress” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/bastjɔ̃/
Example
Il y a un bastion sur la colline.
There is a fortress on the hill.
How to say “fortress” in French
“Fortress” in French is bastion.
A fortified projection that gives defenders a protected point of support, later suggesting a place where a group or belief remains strong.
Example sentences with bastion
La région est un bastion politique depuis des décennies.
The region has been a political stronghold for decades.
Tips for using bastion
- The figurative pattern un bastion de followed by a noun describes a stronghold for a group, movement, or idea.
Other French words for “fortress”
La vieille forteresse domine la ville.
The old fortress overlooks the city.