English–French

“padlock” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kadənase/

Example

Avant de partir, elle cadenasse le portail.

Before leaving, she padlocks the gate.

Illustration for cadenasser (padlock)

How to say “padlock” in French

“Padlock” in French is cadenasser.

A visible padlock securing a gate, door, or object against opening from outside.

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

Example sentences with cadenasser

Il a cadenassé la porte du garage.

He padlocked the garage door.

Tips for using cadenasser

  • Cadenasser takes a direct object, as in cadenasser le portail, rather than a preposition before the secured object.

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