English–French
“heat wave” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/kanikyl/
Example
La canicule dure depuis trois jours.
The heat wave has lasted for three days.
How to say “heat wave” in French
“Heat wave” in French is canicule.
A broad, oppressive summer heat that lingers for days and disrupts ordinary life.
Example sentences with canicule
Une alerte à la canicule a été lancée ce matin.
A heat-wave warning was issued this morning.
Tips for using canicule
- Canicule is feminine, so standard usage is la canicule and une canicule.