spy in French

spy in French is espion, espionne, espionner — spy means a person who secretly gathers information about others, often for a government or rival organization.

spy in French

espion

noun

(espionage) A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage).

espionne

noun

(espionage) A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage).

espionner

verb

(intransitive) To act as a spy.

épier

verb

(intransitive) To act as a spy.

What does "spy" mean?

noun A person who secretly gathers information about others, often for a government or rival organization.
"The novel follows a Cold War spy working undercover in Berlin."
verb To secretly watch or gather information on someone.
"The agency was accused of spying on foreign diplomats."
verb To catch sight of something, often unexpectedly.
"She spied a familiar face in the crowd."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

spy in a sentence

The novel follows a Cold War spy working undercover in Berlin.
The agency was accused of spying on foreign diplomats.
She spied a familiar face in the crowd.

Similar words in French

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Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "spy" in French?

"spy" in French is espion, espionne, espionner. spy means: A person who secretly gathers information about others, often for a government or rival organization.

How do you use "spy" in a sentence?

Example: "The novel follows a Cold War spy working undercover in Berlin." In French, "spy" is espion, espionne, espionner.

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

Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "spy": espion, espionne, espionner, épier.

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