jail in French
jail in French is prison, geôle — jail means a building where people are held in custody, typically for short sentences or while awaiting trial.
jail in French
prison
A place or institution for the confinement of persons held against their will in lawful custody or detention, especially (in US usage) a place where people are held for minor offenses or with reference to some future judicial proceeding.
geôle
A place or institution for the confinement of persons held against their will in lawful custody or detention, especially (in US usage) a place where people are held for minor offenses or with reference to some future judicial proceeding.
What does "jail" mean?
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noun A building where people are held in custody, typically for short sentences or while awaiting trial.
"He spent the night in the local jail after the bar fight."
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verb To put someone in a jail or otherwise deprive them of freedom.
"The judge jailed him for six months for the assault."
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jail in a sentence
- He spent the night in the local jail after the bar fight.
- She was released from jail after her bail was posted.
- The judge jailed him for six months for the assault.
- The magistrate jailed the thief for three months.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "jail" in French?
"jail" in French is prison, geôle. jail means: A building where people are held in custody, typically for short sentences or while awaiting trial.
How do you use "jail" in a sentence?
Example: "He spent the night in the local jail after the bar fight." In French, "jail" is prison, geôle.
Are there other ways to say "jail" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "jail": prison, geôle.
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