explorer
/ɛk.splɔ.ʁe/
To explore in French is explorer.
The verb explorer is used to express the act of traveling somewhere in search of discovery.
Meaning: to travel somewhere in search of discovery (verb)
How do you pronounce it?
The word has three syllables: /ɛk.splɔ.ʁe/.
Did you know?
- The French word explorer comes from the Latin explōrāre, which originally meant to 'examine' or 'search out' by scent, like a hunting dog.
- The word exploration is used in French medical contexts to describe a diagnostic examination of a body part or organ.
- While 'to explore' can be a hobby, a French person might describe a spontaneous wander through a city as flâner, which captures a much more relaxed, aimless spirit than the intentional 'explorer'.
Examples in context
- Les enfants aiment explorer.Children like to explore.This sentence shows how to use the verb with a subject and a liking.Tatoeba #10956315 by lbdx, translation #5360504 by Hybrid
- J'aimerais vraiment explorer cette grotte.I would really like to explore this cave.This sentence demonstrates how to express a desire to explore a specific location using explorer.Tatoeba #1973744 by sacredceltic, translation #1972582 by CK
- Il aime explorer les cavernes souterraines.He likes to explore underground caves.This sentence illustrates the use of explorer when describing a preference for exploring specific environments.Tatoeba #7698354 by Maxence, translation #1295039 by CK
- J'aime explorer les musées locaux pour découvrir l'histoire et la culture.I enjoy exploring local museums to discover history and culture.
- J'aimerais découvrir les différents quartiers de Paris pendant mon séjour.I would like to explore the different neighborhoods of Paris during my stay.
- Partons explorer les recoins cachés de cette ville.Let's go explore the hidden corners of this city.
- Je souhaite explorer la richesse de la culture française.I want to explore the richness of French culture.
- Nous avons exploré les fonds marins lors de notre plongée.We explored the underwater depths during our diving session.
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Example conversation
Two friends are planning a hiking trip in the mountains.
- ManonOn peut explorer la forêt demain ?Can we explore the forest tomorrow?
- HugoOui, j'adore explorer de nouveaux endroits.Yes, I love exploring new places.
- ManonHugo, tu veux explorer la vallée avec moi ?Hugo, do you want to explore the valley with me?
- HugoC'est une excellente idée, Manon.That is an excellent idea, Manon.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “explore” translations and entries explorer, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries explorer, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
