English–French

“throne” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/tʁon/

Example

Le roi s'installa sur le trône.

The king took his seat on the throne.

Illustration for trône (throne)

How to say “throne” in French

“Throne” in French is trône.

A splendid seat where a monarch appears as the holder of supreme authority.

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

Example sentences with trône

Dans le musée, l'ancien trône est exposé.

In the museum, the old throne is on display.

Tips for using trône

  • In political language, trône can mean a monarch's position rather than the physical seat; monter sur le trône means to become monarch.

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