French translation of uncivilized is 
barbare

Meaning of "uncivilized" in English

The term "uncivilized" is used to describe behaviors, societies, or lifestyles perceived as lacking social, cultural, or technological development. It often characterizes a lack of refinement or adherence to accepted societal norms. Historically, the word has been used to denote peoples or cultures that do not conform to certain standards set by more dominant societies. While it can imply a lack of sophistication and order, the term is also controversial when used to demean or diminish the value of certain cultural practices or traditions considered different from the observer's own.

Meaning of "barbare" in French

In French, "barbare" refers to someone or something perceived as brutal, uncultured, or primitive. It often conveys a sense of harshness, cruelty, or a lack of civilization. Historically, "barbare" has been used to describe those perceived as outside the realm of what was considered the civilized society, similar to its English counterpart. However, like many terms of this nature, it can be seen as pejorative and is sometimes used to degrade people or practices viewed as less refined or developed according to certain standards.

Pronunciation of "uncivilized" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ʌnˈsɪv.ɪ.laɪzd/

Pronunciation Variations: There are generally no significant regional variations in the pronunciation of "uncivilized" in English, though minor differences in intonation or emphasis may occur depending on local accents.

Pronunciation of "barbare" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /baʁ.baʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "barbare" might vary slightly between different French-speaking regions, but the differences are minimal. The 'r' sound in particular might be more guttural in some areas such as France compared to softer pronunciations in other Francophone regions.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The explorers encountered uncivilized tribes deep in the forest. (Les explorateurs ont rencontré des tribus barbares au fond de la forêt.)
2. Calling those people uncivilized is unfair and misleading. (Traiter ces gens de barbares est injuste et trompeur.)
3. The movie depicts a chaotic and uncivilized future. (Le film dépeint un futur chaotique et barbare.)
4. His uncivilized behavior ruined the evening for everyone. (Son comportement barbare a gâché la soirée pour tout le monde.)
5. Many ancient societies were wrongly labeled as uncivilized. (Beaucoup de sociétés anciennes ont été injustement qualifiées de barbares.)
6. The invasion led to devastating effects on the uncivilized nations. (L'invasion a eu des effets dévastateurs sur les nations barbares.)
7. The report argues that all human societies have unique merits and are not uncivilized. (Le rapport affirme que toutes les sociétés humaines ont des mérites uniques et ne sont pas barbares.)
8. It is important to approach different cultures with respect rather than seeing them as uncivilized. (Il est important d'aborder les différentes cultures avec respect plutôt que de les voir comme barbares.)
9. Uncivilized customs should not be criticized without understanding their context. (Les coutumes barbares ne devraient pas être critiquées sans comprendre leur contexte.)
10. He felt uneasy in what he considered an uncivilized settlement. (Il se sentait mal à l'aise dans ce qu'il considérait comme une colonie barbare.)

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

Synonyms: barbaric, primitive, savage, rough, untamed, wild, brutish, backward, unrefined, boorish.

Antonyms: civilized, cultured, refined, sophisticated, polished, socialized, urbane, advanced, educated, developed.

Similar Words: barbarous, coarse, uncultured, crass, rude, rustic, uncouth.

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

Synonyms: primitif, sauvage, brutal, inhumain, féroce, grossier, ancien, archaïque, bestial, cru.

Antonyms: civilisé, cultivé, raffiné, doux, sophistiqué, avancé, éduqué, poli, sociable, urbain.

Similar Words: brutal, rustre, grossier, inhumain, sauvageon, rudimentaire, ineffable.

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