English–French

“garrison” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/gaʁnizɔ̃/

Example

La garnison a repoussé l'attaque.

The garrison repelled the attack.

Illustration for garnison (garrison)

How to say “garrison” in French

“Garrison” in French is garnison.

A defended post held by a permanent body of soldiers, together with the facilities supporting them.

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

Example sentences with garnison

La garnison protège la population pendant l'évacuation.

The garrison protects the population during the evacuation.

Tips for using garnison

  • Garnison is feminine, so the usual article is une garnison and the plural is des garnisons.

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