English–French

“victim” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/viktim/

Example

La victime a appelé la police.

The victim called the police.

Illustration for victime (victim)

How to say “victim” in French

“Victim” in French is victime.

The human target left with injury, suffering, or loss after something goes wrong.

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

Example sentences with victime

Après l'accident, la victime a reçu des soins.

After the accident, the victim received medical care.

Tips for using victime

  • Faire la victime is a colloquial expression meaning to act like a victim and can carry a mild reproachful tone.

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