English–French
“take refuge” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/ʁefyʒje/
Example
Les habitants se sont réfugiés à l'école pendant la tempête.
The residents took refuge at the school during the storm.
How to say “take refuge” in French
“Take refuge” in French is réfugier.
A person escapes pressure by placing themselves under the protection of a place, person, or activity.
Example sentences with réfugier
Les touristes se sont réfugiés dans la cave pendant la tempête.
The tourists took refuge in the basement during the storm.
Tips for using réfugier
- In figurative use, se réfugier dans le travail or la musique describes seeking comfort or protection through an activity rather than entering a physical shelter.