French translation of gendarme is 
gendarme

Meaning of "gendarme" in English

In English, the word "gendarme" refers to an armed police officer in countries where this type of policing system exists, especially in France. Traditionally, a gendarme is part of a military body tasked with police duties among civilian populations. It is often used to denote a police officer responsible for maintaining law and order in rural and semi-rural areas. This term can also appear in more specialized contexts to describe specific roles within different national policing organizations.

Meaning of "gendarme" in French

In French, "gendarme" similarly refers to a member of the gendarmerie, which is a military force with law enforcement duties. Unlike regular police forces, the gendarmerie typically operates under the authority of the military and is responsible for public security, law enforcement, and ensuring the safety of citizens. Gendarmes are especially common in rural and semi-urban areas. In essence, the term embodies the dual military and policing role that these officers fulfill within France and in other countries following a similar model.

Pronunciation of "gendarme" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈʒɑːn.dɑːrm/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation remains fairly consistent across different English-speaking regions, with minor variations in accent when expressing the nasal sound.

Pronunciation of "gendarme" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ʒɑ̃.daʁm/

Pronunciation Variations: Generally consistent across French-speaking regions, the pronunciation may vary slightly with regional accents, affecting the nasalization and "r" sound.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The gendarme patrolled the village square. (Le gendarme patrouillait la place du village.)
2. A gendarme directed traffic during the festival. (Un gendarme dirigeait la circulation pendant le festival.)
3. The tourists asked the gendarme for directions. (Les touristes ont demandé leur chemin au gendarme.)
4. She felt safe knowing a gendarme was nearby. (Elle se sentait en sécurité sachant qu'un gendarme était à proximité.)
5. The gendarme quickly responded to the call for help. (Le gendarme a rapidement répondu à l'appel à l'aide.)
6. Our guide introduced us to a friendly gendarme. (Notre guide nous a présenté un gendarme sympathique.)
7. The gendarme's presence prevented any trouble. (La présence du gendarme a empêché tout problème.)
8. He aspired to become a gendarme one day. (Il aspirait à devenir gendarme un jour.)
9. A gendarme stopped us to check our documents. (Un gendarme nous a arrêtés pour vérifier nos documents.)
10. They spoke to the gendarme about the missing item. (Ils ont parlé au gendarme de l'objet perdu.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "gendarme" in English

Synonyms: constable, officer, policeman, lawman, patrolman, peacekeeper, guard, marshal, enforcer, trooper.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: cop, bobby, detective, sheriff, inspector, deputy, law officer, watchman, constabulary, policewoman.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "gendarme" in French

Synonyms: policier, agent, constable, militaire, policier en uniforme, maréchal.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: soldat, brigadier, officier, commando, sergent, militaire de police.

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