anaconda
/a.na.kɔ̃.da/masculine
The English word anaconda is translated into French as anaconda.
anaconda refers to any of various large nonvenomous snakes of the genus Eunectes.
Meaning: any of various large nonvenomous snake of the genus Eunectes (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
Because the noun is masculine, it is preceded by the masculine indefinite article un (e.g., un anaconda).
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 4 syllables and is pronounced /a.na.kɔ̃.da/.
Did you know?
- Despite its South American origins, the word entered the French language via English and scientific Latin, meaning it is not a native French word at all.
- While 'anaconda' is the specific name, a French speaker might much more commonly use the word boa to describe any large, constricting snake in casual conversation.
- In some French media or literature, the word can be used to create a sense of 'exoticism' or fear, often appearing in adventure stories set in jungles.
Examples in context
- J'ai entendu dire qu'un campeur sud-américain a été mangé par un anaconda.I heard that a South American camper was eaten by an anaconda.This sentence illustrates the use of anaconda in a context involving a South American camper.Tatoeba #1403004 by sacredceltic, translation #953489 by CK
- L'anaconda est un serpent très imposant.The anaconda is a very imposing snake.
- Il a vu un anaconda dans le film.He saw an anaconda in the movie.
Example conversation
Chloé and Lucas are watching a nature documentary on TV.
- ChloéRegarde cet anaconda dans la rivière !Look at that anaconda in the river!
- LucasIl est vraiment énorme, Chloé.It is truly huge, Chloé.
- ChloéEst-ce que l'anaconda est dangereux ?Is the anaconda dangerous?
- LucasOui, c'est un prédateur impressionnant.Yes, it is an impressive predator.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “anaconda” translations and entries anaconda, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
