English–French

“imperial” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛ̃peʁjal/

Example

Le palais impérial est magnifique.

The imperial palace is magnificent.

Illustration for impérial (imperial)

How to say “imperial” in French

“Imperial” in French is impérial.

The formal stamp of an emperor or an empire on its buildings, authority, and institutions.

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

Example sentences with impérial

La cour impériale accueille des cérémonies officielles.

The imperial court hosts official ceremonies.

Tips for using impérial

  • The word has a formal, historical register and usually refers to an actual empire or emperor rather than merely something large or luxurious.

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