English–French
“slavery” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛsklavaʒ/
Example
L'esclavage a été aboli dans de nombreux pays.
Slavery was abolished in many countries.
How to say “slavery” in French
“Slavery” in French is esclavage.
A human-made system in which ownership overrides a person's freedom, rights, and control over their own life.
Example sentences with esclavage
On évoque souvent l'esclavage des enfants.
Child slavery is often discussed.
Tips for using esclavage
- The usual construction réduire quelqu'un en esclavage means to reduce someone to slavery, while être réduit à l'esclavage describes the resulting condition.