English–French

“violence” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/vjolɑ̃s/

Example

La violence n'est jamais acceptable.

Violence is never acceptable.

Illustration for violence (violence)

How to say “violence” in French

“Violence” in French is violence.

Force pressing against a person or group until bodies, choices, or control give way.

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

Example sentences with violence

Il a été victime de violence verbale au travail.

He was a victim of verbal violence at work.

Tips for using violence

  • Violence is feminine, so standard usage has la violence and cette violence.

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