French translation of jew is 
juif

Meaning of "jew" in English

The term "Jew" refers to a person who is a follower of Judaism, one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions, or is ethnically associated with the Jewish people. The term can describe someone who is a descendant of the ancient Israelites or belongs to the cultural and religious traditions of Judaism. Jewish identity can be both religious and ethnic, encompassing a range of beliefs and cultural practices. The word is used with respect to individuals who identify or are identified as being part of the Jewish community.

Meaning of "juif" in French

In French, "juif" refers to an individual who is a practitioner of Judaism or belongs to the Jewish people by ethnicity or descent. The term encompasses both religious and cultural aspects, similar to its English counterpart. It reflects a connection to the historical traditions, practices, and heritage of the Jewish community, known in French as "la communauté juive." Just as in English, the term should be used considerately and with understanding of its cultural and religious significance.

Pronunciation of "jew" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /dʒuː/

Pronunciation Variations: In different English-speaking regions, there may be slight variations, but it predominantly maintains the /dʒuː/ sound, with minor differences in stress or emphasis depending on regional accents.

Pronunciation of "juif" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ʒɥif/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of “juif” can slightly vary in different French-speaking regions, though it primarily retains its consistent sound pattern. The "ɥ" sound is unique to French and can be nuanced depending on the speaker's native accent, but generally remains consistent.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The Jew was proud of his heritage and traditions. (Le juif était fier de son patrimoine et de ses traditions.)

2. She studied the history of Jews throughout different eras. (Elle a étudié l'histoire des juifs à travers différentes époques.)

3. Jews around the world celebrate Hanukkah. (Les juifs du monde entier célèbrent Hanukkah.)

4. He learned about the struggles faced by Jews in the past century. (Il a appris sur les luttes auxquelles les juifs ont fait face au siècle dernier.)

5. The Jew attended a ceremony at the synagogue. (Le juif a assisté à une cérémonie à la synagogue.)

6. Many Jews observe the Sabbath every week. (Beaucoup de juifs observent le sabbat chaque semaine.)

7. The festival was organized by the local Jewish community. (Le festival a été organisé par la communauté juive locale.)

8. Jews have contributed significantly to literature, science, and the arts. (Les juifs ont contribué de manière significative à la littérature, aux sciences et aux arts.)

9. He respected the Jewish traditions of his ancestors. (Il respectait les traditions juives de ses ancêtres.)

10. The museum showcased artifacts from Jewish history. (Le musée présentait des artefacts de l'histoire juive.)

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

Synonyms: Hebrew, Israelite.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: Semite, Jewish person.

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

Synonyms: hébreu, israélite.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: sémite, personne juive.

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