English–French

“unfit” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/inapt/

Example

Ce candidat est inapte au poste.

This candidate is unfit for the position.

Illustration for inapte (unfit)

How to say “unfit” in French

“Unfit” in French is inapte.

A tool or person that cannot properly meet a role's demands.

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

Example sentences with inapte

Elle se sent inapte à assumer ce rôle.

She feels unfit to take on this role.

Tips for using inapte

  • Inapte is relatively formal; everyday French often uses pas fait pour or ça ne lui convient pas instead.

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