French Word · Intermediate
bourreau
torturer
Pronunciation: /bu.ʁo/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "torturer".
Example
L'abandonnerez-vous à l'infâme couteau / Qui fait choir les méchants sous la main d'un bourreau ?
Would you abandon him to the infamous blade / Which makes the wicked fall under the headman's hand?
Practice tips
- Practice bourreau 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.