English–French
“prisoner” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/dɛtəny/
Example
Le détenu a demandé un avocat.
The prisoner asked for a lawyer.
How to say “prisoner” in French
“Prisoner” in French is détenu.
A person kept behind the controlled boundaries of a prison or detention facility.
Example sentences with détenu
Les détenus demandent des visites.
The prisoners are asking for visits.
Tips for using détenu
- In French, détenu can cover pretrial detention as well as imprisonment after conviction.
Other French words for “prisoner”
Il est prisonnier depuis trois ans.
He has been a prisoner for three years.