English–French
“warning” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/avɛʁtisəmɑ̃/
Example
J'ai reçu un avertissement pour excès de vitesse.
I received a warning for speeding.
How to say “warning” in French
“Warning” in French is avertissement.
A marked signal between an action and its consequence, giving the recipient a chance to stop or correct course.
Example sentences with avertissement
Le professeur a donné un avertissement à l'élève pour son retard.
The teacher gave the student a warning for being late.
Tips for using avertissement
- Unlike attention or conseil, avertissement usually has a formal tone and often refers to an official warning from an employer or authority.