English–French
“found” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/fɔ̃de/
Example
Ils ont fondé une association pour aider les enfants.
They founded an association to help children.
How to say “found” in French
“Found” in French is fonder.
An official structure rising from a firm base, such as a new association, institution, or principle.
Example sentences with fonder
Cette décision se fonde sur des preuves solides.
This decision is based on solid evidence.
Tips for using fonder
- Fonder usually takes a direct object, as in fonder une association, whereas 'to be based on' requires the construction se fonder sur.