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beacon in French

beacon in French is balise, phare, amer — beacon means a light, fire, or signal used to guide, warn, or mark a location.

beacon in French

balise
noun
A signal fire to notify of the approach of an enemy, or to give any notice, commonly of warning.
phare
noun
(nautical) A signal, buoy, post, or other conspicuous mark erected on an eminence near the shore, or moored in shoal water, as a guide to mariners, particularly to warn vessels of danger.
amer
noun
A high hill or other easily distinguishable object near the shore which can serve as guidance for seafarers.

What does "beacon" mean?

  1. noun A light, fire, or signal used to guide, warn, or mark a location.
    "The lighthouse beacon guided ships safely past the rocks."
  2. noun A person or thing that serves as a guiding example or symbol of hope.
    "The charity became a beacon of hope for the whole community."
  3. verb To send out light or a signal, as a beacon does.
    "The tower beaconed across the bay every ten seconds."

beacon in a sentence

  • The lighthouse beacon guided ships safely past the rocks.
  • A flashing beacon marked the edge of the runway.
  • The charity became a beacon of hope for the whole community.
  • The tower beaconed across the bay every ten seconds.

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Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "beacon" in French?

"beacon" in French is balise, phare, amer. beacon means: A light, fire, or signal used to guide, warn, or mark a location.

How do you use "beacon" in a sentence?

Example: "The lighthouse beacon guided ships safely past the rocks." In French, "beacon" is balise, phare, amer.

Are there other ways to say "beacon" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "beacon": balise, phare, amer.

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