What does "sans-abri" mean in French?
"sans-abri" is the French word for "homeless".
sans-abri /sɑ̃zabʁˈi/ · adjective · CEFR B2. French translation of "homeless".
See also: Translation page (English → French)
Translation and Meaning
- Word: sans-abri
- Language: French
- Meaning: homeless
- IPA: /sɑ̃zabʁˈi/
- CEFR Level: B2
- Part of speech: adjective
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Example Sentences
- De nombreuses personnes sans-abri cherchent un abri en hiver. English: Many homeless people look for shelter in winter.
- L'association aide les familles sans-abri à trouver un logement. English: The association helps homeless families find housing.
- Il a fait du bénévolat dans un refuge pour sans-abri chaque week-end. English: He volunteered at a homeless shelter every weekend.
When and How to Use "sans-abri"
Use "sans-abri" when you want to talk about "homeless" in French. It functions as "adjective". Because it appears in B2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your French study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
Frequently asked questions
What CEFR level is "sans-abri"?
"sans-abri" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "sans-abri"?
"sans-abri" is tagged as a adjective in SmartWords.
Can you show "sans-abri" in a sentence?
De nombreuses personnes sans-abri cherchent un abri en hiver.
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