How to Say “Boxes” in French

boîtes
The English word boxes is translated to French as boîtes.

How does it change in a sentence?

boîtes is the feminine plural form of boîte. The singular form of boîtes is boîte.

Did you know?

  • A 'boîte de nuit' (literally a 'night box') is the standard way to say 'nightclub' in French.
  • When talking about a company or a business, French speakers often use the word boîte informally, such as saying 'ma boîte' to mean 'my company'.
  • The phrase boîte à chaussures means 'shoebox', but it is also used metaphorically to describe a small, cramped, or suffocating room.

Examples in context

  • Ces boîtes sont lourdes.
    These boxes are heavy.
    This sentence shows how to describe the weight of the boîtes.
    Tatoeba #3640253 by sacredceltic, translation #3636285 by CK
  • Les chats aiment les boîtes.
    Cats like boxes.
    This sentence illustrates a preference for boîtes.
    Tatoeba #3625549 by sacredceltic, translation #3616277 by Hybrid
  • Ces boîtes sont en plastique.
    These boxes are made out of plastic.
    This sentence indicates the material of the boîtes.
    Tatoeba #431606 by qdii, translation #660379 by CK
  • Veuillez étiqueter les boîtes avec soin.
    Please label the boxes carefully.
  • Les caisses sont prêtes à être expédiées.
    The boxes are ready to be shipped.
  • Les colis doivent être stockés dans l'entrepôt.
    The boxes must be stored in the warehouse.
  • Je dois organiser mes boîtes avant mon déménagement.
    I need to organize my boxes before moving.
  • Viens m'aider à porter les cartons dans le grenier.
    Come help me carry the boxes to the attic.
  • Range tes jouets dans les bacs prévus à cet effet.
    Put your toys away in the designated bins.
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Example conversation

Emma is helping Lucas move into a new apartment.

  1. Lucas

    Où sont les boîtes ?
    Where are the boxes?
  2. Emma

    Elles sont dans le garage.
    They are in the garage.
  3. Lucas

    Peux-tu m'aider à les porter ?
    Can you help me carry them?
  4. Emma

    Oui, Lucas, bien sûr.
    Yes, Lucas, of course.

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