jubilé
/ʒy.bi.le/masculine
The English word 'jubilee' is translated into French as jubilé.
jubilé refers to a major anniversary of an event, particularly the 50th anniversary of a coronation or marriage.
Meaning: major anniversary of an event, particularly the 50th anniversary of a coronation or marriage (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
jubilé is a masculine noun, so when you refer to 'the jubilee', use the masculine article le jubilé.
How do you pronounce it?
/ʒy.bi.le/
Did you know?
- In the French theater world, a jubilé is not an anniversary, but a special performance given to honor a performer's career.
- While jubilé refers to a celebratory anniversary, the verb jubiler describes a person shouting with joy or triumph. In French, you don't just celebrate a jubilee, you can actually 'jubile' when you are ecstatic.
- In a religious context, a jubilé can refer to a designated holy year where the Pope grants special remissions of sins.
Examples in context
- cinquantième anniversaireGolden jubilee
- Nous célébrons notre cinquantième anniversaire cette annéeWe are celebrating our golden jubilee this year
- Ils préparent un grand jubilé pour la reine.They are preparing a great jubilee for the queen.
- Le jubilé de diamant approche à grands pas.The diamond jubilee is approaching fast.
Example conversation
Lucas and Manon are talking about a royal event.
- LucasTu as vu les images du jubilé ?Did you see the images of the jubilee?
- ManonOui, c'était vraiment magnifique, Lucas.Yes, it was truly magnificent, Lucas.
- LucasLe jubilé a attiré beaucoup de monde.The jubilee attracted a lot of people.
- ManonC'est normal pour un tel événement.That is normal for such an event.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “jubilee” translations and entries jubilé, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
