English–French

“magician” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/maʒisjɛ̃/

Example

Le magicien fait un tour de cartes.

The magician performs a card trick.

Illustration for magicien (magician)

How to say “magician” in French

“Magician” in French is magicien.

A stage performer makes ordinary objects seem to produce impossible results through practiced sleight of hand and props.

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

Example sentences with magicien

Le magicien de rue a surpris les passants avec un tour simple.

The street magician surprised passersby with a simple trick.

Tips for using magicien

  • In figurative use, un magicien de la finance describes someone exceptionally skilled at finance, so context distinguishes this sense from a stage performer.

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