English–French
“shield” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/buklije/
Example
Le chevalier porte un bouclier.
The knight carries a shield.
How to say “shield” in French
“Shield” in French is bouclier.
A barrier placed between a person and a threat, held on the arm literally and extended to protective measures figuratively.
Example sentences with bouclier
La couche d'ozone fonctionne comme un bouclier naturel pour la Terre.
The ozone layer functions as a natural shield for Earth.
Tips for using bouclier
- Bouclier is masculine, as in un bouclier, and the common figurative pattern is bouclier contre followed by a risk or threat.