Alex
Alex is the French way to say the given name Alex.
Alex is a given name used for a person in French.
Which one should you use?
Alexandre is the most common and formal equivalent of Alex in French.
Did you know?
- The name Alexandre is linked to the Greek word 'alexein', which means 'to defend' or 'to protect'.
- In French, the nickname Alex is gender-neutral and can be applied to both men and women, though the underlying formal names often differ.
- The name Alexis exists as a distinct alternative to Alexandre, and while both can be shortened to Alex, they carry different historical connotations in France.
Examples in context
- Mon nom est Alex.My name is Alex.This sentence shows how to state your name using Alex.Tatoeba #7843505 by Rovo, translation #7843484 by RobinvanderVliet
- « Cinq ! » dit Alex."Five!" says Alex.This sentence demonstrates Alex being used as the subject of a spoken verb.Tatoeba #10721402 by Rovo, translation #67115 by Zifre
- Alex trouva réconfort dans les mots de son ami.Alex found consolation in the words of his friend.This sentence shows Alex used in a narrative context.Tatoeba #8755916 by Aiji, translation #8691611 by AlanF_US
- Alexandre, pouvez-vous m'aider avec ce rapport?Alex, can you help me with this report?
- 12 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Nathan and Emma are introducing a new colleague.
- NathanRegarde, c'est Alex qui arrive.Look, here comes Alex.
- EmmaEnchantée, Alex !Nice to meet you, Alex!
- NathanAlex travaille avec moi depuis un mois.Alex has been working with me for a month.
- EmmaBienvenue dans l'équipe, Alex.Welcome to the team, Alex.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Alex, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
