English–French

“mischief” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/mefɛ/

Example

Les enfants ont commis un méfait dans le jardin.

The children got into mischief in the garden.

Illustration for méfait (mischief)

How to say “mischief” in French

“Mischief” in French is méfait.

A bad act viewed through the harm it causes.

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

Example sentences with méfait

Après la fête, il a admis avoir commis un méfait.

After the party, he admitted pulling a prank.

Tips for using méfait

  • In the plural, les méfaits de is commonly used for the harmful effects or damage caused by a person, activity, or substance.

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