jeux
The English phrase "games" is translated into French as jeux.
The term jeux is used to refer to games. When specifically referring to video games, use the phrase jeux vidéo. Note that vidéo remains in its singular form even when describing plural games.
How does it change in a sentence?
jeux is the plural form of the singular noun jeu.
Did you know?
- In French, the word jeu is used to describe a set of matching items, such as un jeu de clés for a set of keys.
- The word jeu is used in French to describe the gap or 'play' in a mechanical part, such as a loose steering wheel or a door hinge.
- The word jeu is used in the phrase jeu de mots, which translates to 'wordplay' or a 'pun'.
Examples in context
- Tom aime les jeux.Tom likes games.This sentence shows how to express a preference for jeux.Tatoeba #7151900 by Micsmithel, translation #2237165 by CK
- Je joue aux jeux vidéo.I play video games.This sentence demonstrates the phrase for playing video games using jeux.Tatoeba #7014 by sysko, translation #255110 by CK
- J'aime les jeux à boire.I like drinking games.This sentence shows how to express a liking for drinking games using jeux.Tatoeba #3645753 by sacredceltic, translation #3463460 by Plusquamperfekt
- Les enfants aiment jouer à des jeux sur leur tablette.Children enjoy playing games on their tablets.
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Example conversation
Chloé and Nathan are at a board game cafe.
- ChloéTu veux tester de nouveaux jeux ?Do you want to try some new games?
- NathanOui, j'adore découvrir des jeux de société.Yes, I love discovering board games.
- ChloéNathan, regarde ces jeux de cartes.Nathan, look at these card games.
- NathanIls ont l'air très amusants.They look very fun.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
