English–French

“prophecy” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/pʁofesi/

Example

Cette prophétie parle de la fin du monde.

This prophecy speaks of the end of the world.

Illustration for prophétie (prophecy)

How to say “prophecy” in French

“Prophecy” in French is prophétie.

A revealed forecast spoken by a prophet and directed at events still to come.

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

Example sentences with prophétie

La prophétie s'est réalisée plus tôt que prévu.

The prophecy came true earlier than expected.

Tips for using prophétie

  • Prophétie usually has a religious or solemn register, while prévision is more natural for an ordinary forecast.

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