English–French

“punishment” in French

French

Alsochâtiment

Pronunciation

IPA/pynisjɔ̃/

Example

Tu vas recevoir une punition.

You're going to receive a punishment.

Illustration for punition (punishment)

How to say “punishment” in French

“Punishment” in French is punition.

A disciplinary measure placed on someone for failing to follow a rule or duty.

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

Example sentences with punition

Si tu continues, tu risques une punition.

If you keep going, you risk punishment.

Tips for using punition

  • French commonly uses punition for school or family discipline, while peine or sanction is usually more suitable for a criminal sentence or official penalty.

Other French words for “punishment”

Il a reçu le châtiment pour son vol.

He received punishment for his theft.

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