psychologie
/psi.kɔ.lɔ.ʒi/feminine
The English word "psychology" is translated into French as psychologie.
psychologie refers to the study of the human mind.
Meaning: study of the human mind (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
psychologie is a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /psi.kɔ.lɔ.ʒi/ and consists of 4 syllables.
Did you know?
- The term psychologie was coined by the Croatian humanist Marko Marulić in the late 15th century using New Latin.
- If a French person says 'C'est de la psychologie!', they might be dismissively suggesting that a situation is being over-analyzed or that someone is overthinking a simple matter.
- In France, the professional title psychologue is strictly regulated by law, distinguishing it from the general study of psychologie.
Examples in context
- Je ne comprends pas ta psychologie.I don't understand your psychology.This sentence is useful for expressing that you do not understand someone's psychology.Tatoeba #12143413 by always, translation #9476505 by Amastan
- Je me suis spécialisé en psychologie.I majored in psychology.This sentence is useful for saying that you majored in psychology.Tatoeba #1833006 by sacredceltic, translation #778273 by kenken
- Elle est diplômée en psychologie infantile.She majors in child psychology.This sentence is useful for stating that someone has a degree in child psychology.Tatoeba #345062 by sysko, translation #314518 by CK
- La psychologie est une discipline fascinante qui étudie le fonctionnement de l'esprit et du comportement humain.Psychology is a fascinating discipline that studies the functioning of the mind and human behavior.
- La science psychologique repose sur des méthodes rigoureuses pour comprendre les processus mentaux.Psychological science is based on rigorous methods to understand mental processes.
- J'ai choisi de poursuivre des études de psychologie à l'université.I have chosen to pursue studies in psychology at the university.
- J'ai toujours été fasciné par la psycho et comment notre esprit fonctionne.I have always been fascinated by psychology and how our mind works.
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Example conversation
Léa and Hugo are discussing their university courses.
- LéaTu étudies la psychologie cette année ?Are you studying psychology this year?
- HugoOui, j'adore la psychologie.Yes, I love psychology.
- LéaC'est un domaine passionnant pour toi.It is a fascinating field for you.
- HugoMerci, c'est vraiment enrichissant.Thanks, it is really enriching.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “psychology” translations and entries psychologie, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries psychologie, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
