English–French

“prehistory” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/pʁeistwaʁ/

Example

On a trouvé des vestiges de la préhistoire ici.

Remains from prehistory were found here.

Illustration for préhistoire (prehistory)

How to say “prehistory” in French

“Prehistory” in French is préhistoire.

An ancient human world reconstructed from physical traces left where written testimony is absent.

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

Example sentences with préhistoire

Les cours d'histoire commencent souvent par une introduction à la préhistoire.

History classes often begin with an introduction to prehistory.

Tips for using préhistoire

  • The boundaries of la préhistoire vary by region because writing appears at different times in different societies.

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