English–French

“universal” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ynivɛʁsɛl/

Example

La vérité est universelle.

The truth is universal.

Illustration for universel (universal)

How to say “universal” in French

“Universal” in French is universel.

A single pattern that reaches every part of a complete world.

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

Example sentences with universel

Il n'existe pas de solution universelle à ce problème.

There is no universal solution to this problem.

Tips for using universel

  • In everyday speech, pour tout le monde often sounds more natural than the relatively formal universel for people.

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