English–French

“science fiction” in French

Pronunciation

IPA/sjɑ̃sfiksjɔ̃/

Example

La science-fiction se déroule souvent dans le futur.

Science fiction often takes place in the future.

Illustration for science-fiction (science fiction)

How to say “science fiction” in French

“Science fiction” in French is science-fiction.

A future or alternate world where scientific and technological change reshapes society and people's lives.

Full entry for science-fiction: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with science-fiction

J'ai regardé un film de science-fiction hier soir.

I watched a science-fiction movie last night.

Tips for using science-fiction

  • Science-fiction is feminine in French, so the standard article is la, as in la science-fiction se déroule souvent dans le futur.

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