Privation (en. Deprivation)
/pʁi.va.sjɔ̃/
Slang Meanings
Hard to live with, which is difficult
He has been experiencing a period of deprivation since he lost his job.
Il vit une période de privation depuis qu'il a perdu son emploi.
To be in tough circumstances
Deprivation is when you have to tighten your belt.
La privation, c'est quand il faut se serrer la ceinture.