How do you say “water” in French?

The French word for water is “eau” (pronounced [o]). With the definite article (word for the), water in French is “l’eau” (pronounced [lo]). This post will explore everything you need to know about French and water including common vocabulary words, useful expressions, ordering water in restaurants and the most popular French water brands.

Towards the bottom of the page we’ve included 16 fun expressions which include the word l’eau (water).

And by the way, if this lesson doesn’t help you with your French learning, no big deal: “Comme de l’eau sur les plumes d’un canard!” (water off a duck’s back!). It will be “de l’eau a coulé sous les ponts” (water under the bridge).

In a country known for its wine and cider, learning how to say cheers in French will definitely come in handy. When I first moved to France, I lived in the French Alps as an au pair. 

Not exactly wine country, but I still had the opportunity to try some nice French drinks. It was there that I learned the phrase “tchin tchin.” 

Used as a replacement for cheers, we would always say it when clinking our glasses. 

But, when I moved up north to be an English teacher, I soon learned that “tchin tchin” is actually not really à la mode (fashionable). And that it is mostly the older generations who use it. 

And they’ll usually shorten it to simply “tchin.”

So what is the best way to say cheers in French? Well, it really depends on where you are and what situation you’re in. So let’s dive in to everything you need to know about saying cheers in French. 

The day where you learn how to say happy birthday in French is a special one. Unlike some other French expressions, bon anniversaire, or happy birthday in French will almost always be used on special occasions. 

That means that by learning this French phrase, you’ll be able to attend French birthday parties, write a birthday card in French, and so much more! French birthday customs are similar to American ones.

But, there are a few differences that I have noticed since living in France and celebrating with French speakers. So I’m excited to dive into some of the common ways to say happy birthday in French as well as some French birthday customs. 

Towards the bottom of the page you’ll find the French Happy Birthday song with complete French lyrics and English translation!

Whether you’re a dog person or not, learning how to say dog in French is an important word to learn in this dog-loving culture. The French not only love dogs, but they are one of the top ten countries with the most dogs worldwide.

Yet, learning how to say dog in French is just one piece of the dog culture in France. From learning French dog names to dog-related idioms to the French’s unique tradition of how they name their dogs, you’ll learn a lot more than French dog-related vocabulary today. 

With a culture known for its beautiful language, beautiful people, and beautiful food, learning how to say beautiful in French will serve you well.

Luckily, the word beautiful in French is one of the first things you’ll learn if you ever take a French class. But, it’s also one of the most common words you’ll find in the French language, which means there are a lot of opportunities to understand it better.

That being said, there are a few things to remember when using the word beautiful in French. Like many French adjectives, its form changes depending on whether it’s masculine/feminine or singular/plural.

The French make some of the best pastries in the world. The French word for pastry is la pâtisserie (pronounced lah pah-tee-ser-ee). French pastries add sweetness, texture and flavor to our lives, offering culinary experiences that are just unforgettable.

Bonjour! My name is Anthony Rosemond. I’m the head chef at Pastreez, a bakery which sells Macarons online. I am a Codon Bleu alumni chef and grew up in Paris. Today I will present the names of French pastries and explain the uniqueness of these delicious desserts!