French translation of handicap is 
handicap

Meaning of "handicap" in English

In English, "handicap" refers to a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities. Originally used in sports, it describes a disadvantage or limitation imposed on a stronger competitor to level the playing field. Over time, the term has also come to denote challenges faced by individuals due to disabilities. The usage of "handicap" is becoming less common in favor of more sensitive language like "disability" to avoid negative connotations.

Meaning of "handicap" in French

In French, "handicap" carries a similar meaning to its English counterpart, referring to a physical, mental, or sensory limitation that impacts a person's daily functioning or participation in social activities. The term can also be applied in a competitive context, particularly in sports, where it denotes a disadvantage given to level the field. The word is frequently employed in medical, social, and athletic domains, reflecting both its formal use and everyday understanding.

Pronunciation of "handicap" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈhændɪˌkæp/

Pronunciation Variations: In British and American English, the pronunciation remains fairly consistent, though slight regional variations might occur in vowel sounds or stress.

Pronunciation of "handicap" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɑ̃dicap/

Pronunciation Variations: While standard across France, certain regional accents may slightly alter the pronunciation, such as variations in the nasal sound or the stress on syllables.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The athlete overcame his handicap to win the championship. (L'athlète a surmonté son handicap pour remporter le championnat.)

2. She has a hearing handicap but leads a very active life. (Elle a un handicap auditif mais mène une vie très active.)

3. The new policy aims to support people with any form of handicap. (La nouvelle politique vise à soutenir les personnes ayant un handicap quelconque.)

4. He refused to let his handicap stop him from achieving his dreams. (Il a refusé de laisser son handicap l'empêcher de réaliser ses rêves.)

5. The building was designed to be handicap accessible. (Le bâtiment a été conçu pour être accessible aux personnes handicapées.)

6. We need to eliminate the stigma associated with the term handicap. (Nous devons éliminer la stigmatisation associée au terme handicap.)

7. The golfer received a handicap to make the game more competitive. (Le golfeur a reçu un handicap pour rendre le jeu plus compétitif.)

8. She has been dealing with her handicap since childhood. (Elle fait face à son handicap depuis son enfance.)

9. Technological advancements have helped reduce the impact of handicaps. (Les avancées technologiques ont aidé à réduire l'impact des handicaps.)

10. The event was organized to raise awareness about different types of handicaps. (L'événement a été organisé pour sensibiliser aux différents types de handicaps.)

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

Synonyms: disability, impediment, limitation, obstacle, disadvantage, challenge, restriction, drawback, hindrance, impairment.

Antonyms: ability, advantage, strength, capability, asset, benefit, talent, aptitude, competence, ease.

Similar Words: challenge, burden, hurdle, barrier, struggle, adversity, handicap, condition, ailment, disorder.

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

Synonyms: infirmité, désavantage, difficulté, obstacle, limitation, inconvénient, charge, contrainte, déficience, invalidité.

Antonyms: capacité, avantage, force, aptitude, compétence, ressource, facilité, potentiel, talent, don.

Similar Words: difficulté, problème, barrière, entrave, défi, obstacle, inégalité, incommodité, infirmité, dépendance.

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