French Word · Intermediate
bidonville
shantytown, slum
Pronunciation: /bi.dɔ̃.vil/
Meaning
shantytown, slum
Example
Première époque bidonville, ambiance clandestine / Dans un bar à Barbès, thé à la menthe, couscous et tajine à la carte
First age slum, clandestine ambiance / In a bar to barbershop, mint tea, cuscus and tajine on the menu
Practice tips
- Practice bidonville out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French word is for intermediate-level learners.