French Word · Intermediate
châtiment
punishment
Pronunciation: /ʃa.ti.mɑ̃/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "punishment".
Example
Le même exemplum y est placé juste après celui décrivant le châtiment tout aussi exemplaire des danseurs en cheval-jupon.
The same exemplum there is placed just after that describing the equally exemplary punishment of dancers in the hobby horse.
Practice tips
- Practice châtiment 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.