English–French

“ruler” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/guvɛʁnɑ̃/

Example

Les gouvernants cherchent le pouvoir.

The rulers seek power.

Illustration for gouvernant (ruler)

How to say “ruler” in French

“Ruler” in French is gouvernant.

The hands on a shared political wheel, directing the group's course.

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

Example sentences with gouvernant

Les gouvernants élus doivent expliquer leurs décisions.

The elected rulers must explain their decisions.

Tips for using gouvernant

  • Les gouvernants is a formal collective expression for people in power and often refers to a government as a ruling group.

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