English–French

“violation” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛ̃fʁaksjɔ̃/

Example

C'est une infraction au code de la route.

This is a violation of the traffic code.

Illustration for infraction (violation)

How to say “violation” in French

“Violation” in French is infraction.

A rule or legal duty crossed by an act, like a car entering a prohibited lane.

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

Example sentences with infraction

L'entreprise risque des sanctions pour cette infraction.

The company risks sanctions for this violation.

Tips for using infraction

  • Infraction is feminine and normally takes à for the rule breached, as in une infraction au code de la route.

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