How to Say “Creche” in French

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crèche
/kʁɛʃ/
The French phrase for creche is crèche.
In a modern context, crèche most commonly refers to a nursery or daycare center for infants and young children.

Is it said differently in some regions?

In Canada, the term garderie is used more frequently to refer to a creche.

How do you pronounce it?

/kʁɛʃ/

When do people say it?

The word also refers to a nativity scene or a Christmas crib used in religious displays.

Did you know?

  • The word crèche shares a common ancestor with the English word 'crib', as both stem from a Proto-Indo-European word for a 'basket' or 'net'.
  • In some French regions, the act of setting up the crèche for Christmas is a major communal social event.

Examples in context

  • Bien sûr! Il y a une excellente garderie juste au coin de la rue.
    Of course! There is an excellent daycare just around the corner.
  • Il y a une crèche près de chez moi.
    There is a nursery near my house.
  • La crèche est fermée le week-end.
    The nursery is closed on weekends.
  • Elle cherche une crèche pour son fils.
    She is looking for a nursery for her son.

Example conversation

Emma is asking Nathan about his work schedule.

  1. Nathan

    Tu travailles dans une crèche ?
    Do you work in a nursery?
  2. Emma

    Oui, je suis auxiliaire de puériculture en crèche.
    Yes, I am a nursery assistant.
  3. Nathan

    C'est un métier très fatigant.
    It is a very tiring job.
  4. Emma

    C'est vrai, mais j'adore les enfants.
    It's true, but I love the children.

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