animaux
The English word "animals" is translated into French as animaux.
animaux refers to living organisms that feed on organic matter and can move independently.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is animal. The plural form animaux follows an irregular rule where words ending in -al change to -aux.
Did you know?
- The word animal comes from the Latin anima, meaning 'breath' or 'soul', reflecting the ancient belief that the difference between a living animal and a stone was the breath of life.
- In French, the word animal can be used as a slang compliment to describe someone who is incredibly skilled or obsessed with a task, such as calling a great athlete un animal.
- French distinguishes between animaux and bêtes. While animaux is scientific, bêtes can imply a lack of intelligence or be used in the phrase bête comme ses pieds to describe someone very stupid.
Examples in context
- Ce sont des animaux.These are animals.This sentence demonstrates how to identify a group of animals using animaux.Tatoeba #592646 by qdii, translation #463114 by lukaszpp
- Il aime les animaux.He likes animals.This sentence shows how to express a liking for animaux.Tatoeba #824682 by sacredceltic, translation #2805893 by CK
- Il adore les animaux.He loves animals.This sentence expresses a strong affection for animaux.Tatoeba #3641662 by sacredceltic, translation #302036 by CK
- 367 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Hugo and Manon are visiting a city zoo.
- HugoRegarde tous ces animaux !Look at all these animals!
- ManonIls sont vraiment magnifiques, Hugo.They are truly magnificent, Hugo.
- HugoQuel est ton animal préféré ?What is your favorite animal?
- ManonJe préfère les animaux sauvages.I prefer wild animals.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
