éjaculation
/e.ʒa.ky.la.sjɔ̃/feminine
The English word 'ejaculation' is translated into French as éjaculation.
The term refers to the ejection of semen through the urethra.
Meaning: ejection of semen through the urethra (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun is feminine.
How do you pronounce it?
/e.ʒa.ky.la.sjɔ̃/ (5 syllables)
Did you know?
- The word éjaculation in French can also be used in a non-sexual, literary context to describe a sudden, short exclamation or a brief outburst of speech.
- The French verb jouir, which is the most common way to describe the climax associated with éjaculation, literally translates to 'to enjoy' in English.
- If you are reading 17th-century French literature, an éjaculation might actually be a sudden, heartfelt prayer or a brief spiritual outcry rather than a biological event.
Examples in context
- Cependant, il semble que juste parce que c'est 'un jour à faible risque' ne signifie pas que vous ne tomberez pas enceinte par une éjaculation intravaginale.However, it seems that just because it's a 'low risk day' doesn't mean that you won't get pregnant from intravaginal ejaculation.This sentence is useful for discussing the risks of intravaginal éjaculation.Tatoeba #457998 by sacredceltic, translation #329401 by fcbond
- Il n'y a rien qui gâche plus la vie que l'éjaculation précoce.There's nothing that ruins life as much as premature ejaculation.This sentence is useful for discussing the impact of premature éjaculation.Tatoeba #427120 by ogrisel, translation #426903 by Scott
- Le médecin a expliqué les différents aspects de l'éjaculation lors de la consultation.The doctor explained the different aspects of ejaculation during the consultation.
- Hier soir, j'ai joui plus rapidement que prévu.Last night, I ejaculated more quickly than expected.
- L'éjaculation peut être contrôlée avec de l'entraînement.Ejaculation can be controlled with training.
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
A couple is discussing sexual health in a private setting.
- LéaEst-ce que l'éjaculation est douloureuse pour toi ?Is ejaculation painful for you?
- HugoNon, ce n'est pas douloureux pour moi, Léa.No, it is not painful for me, Léa.
- LéaJe suis contente de l'entendre.I am happy to hear that.
- HugoC'est important d'en parler ouvertement.It is important to talk about it openly.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “ejaculation” translations and entries éjaculation, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
