Harry Potter
The phrase "Harry Potter" in French is Harry Potter.
This is the name of the main character in a series of fantasy novels and films.
Did you know?
- In French, the magical world of Harry Potter uses the word baguette for the wizard's wand, which is the same word used for a long loaf of bread.
- In France, the term un Harry Potter is sometimes used colloquially to describe a child who wears oversized round glasses.
- The French translations of the titles often differ from the English ones, such as 'The Philosopher's Stone' becoming l'école des sorciers, which means 'the school of sorcerers'.
Examples in context
- Quel livre Harry Potter est ton préféré ?Which Harry Potter book is your favorite?This sentence shows how to use Harry Potter when asking about a favorite book.Tatoeba #5943513 by Aiji, translation #4496111 by CK
- Le nouveau Harry Potter ne ressemble à rien.The new Harry Potter looks ass.This sentence uses Harry Potter to describe something as looking bad.Tatoeba #14042011 by Myrano_, translation #14038052 by rul
- Le nouveau film sur Harry Potter est assez mauvais.The new Harry Potter movie is pretty lame.This sentence uses Harry Potter in the context of a movie.Tatoeba #811176 by sacredceltic, translation #652489 by darinmex
- J'aime beaucoup la saga Harry Potter.I really like the Harry Potter saga.
- J'ai rencontré Harry Potter lors d'un événement littéraire.I met Harry Potter at a literary event.
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Example conversation
Two friends are discussing books at a library.
- ManonTu as lu Harry Potter ?Have you read Harry Potter?
- LucasOui, c'est mon livre préféré.Yes, it is my favorite book.
- ManonMoi aussi, j'adore l'histoire de Harry Potter.Me too, I love the story of Harry Potter.
- LucasC'est une excellente série.It is an excellent series.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
