French Word · Advanced
sanction
sanction / penalty
Pronunciation: sahnk-SYOHN
Meaning
An official penalty imposed for breaking a rule or law.
Example
L’entreprise risque une sanction financière.
The company faces a financial penalty.
Practice tips
- Practice sanction 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 advanced-level learners.