English–French

“murderer” in French

French

Alsomeurtrier

Pronunciation

IPA/asasɛ̃/

Example

On a arrêté l'assassin hier soir.

The murderer was arrested last night.

Illustration for assassin (murderer)

How to say “murderer” in French

“Murderer” in French is assassin.

A planned killer focused on a specific victim rather than on violence in general.

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

Example sentences with assassin

Les victimes de l'assassin ont été identifiées.

The murderer's victims have been identified.

Tips for using assassin

  • French assassin is broader than the modern English political sense and can describe any person who commits a premeditated targeted killing.

Other French words for “murderer”

Le meurtrier a été arrêté hier.

The murderer was arrested yesterday.

“murderer” in other languages