How do you spell in French?

The French word for "spell" depends on the context:

* To cast a spell: "jeter un sort"

* To spell a word: "épeler"

* A spell (a period of time): "un sort" (usually in the context of a magical spell) or "un moment" (for a general period of time)

For example:

* "The witch cast a spell on the prince." -> "La sorcière a jeté un sort au prince."

* "Can you spell your name?" -> "Peux-tu épeler ton nom ?"

* "I had a spell of bad luck." -> "J'ai eu un moment de malchance."