How to Say “Physics” in French

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physique
/fi.zik/feminine
The English word physics is translated to French as physique.
physique is the term used for the branch of science known as physics. The most common and conventional way to refer to this field is la physique.
Meaning: branch of science (noun)

How does it change in a sentence?

When referring to the science of physics, the noun is feminine and is typically preceded by the definite article la.

How do you pronounce it?

/fi.zik/

What mistakes should you avoid?

English speakers may mistakenly use le physique to mean the science of physics. However, in French, le physique refers to a person's physical build or appearance.

Did you know?

  • The word physique shares a root with the French word physicien, but unlike the English 'physician' which means 'doctor', a physicien is exclusively a scientist who studies physics.
  • Because physique can mean 'physical', the phrase attirance physique refers to 'sexual attraction' rather than a gravitational pull described in physics.
  • In traditional French education, the subjects of 'physics' and 'chemistry' are so closely linked that they are often grouped together as a single course called physique-chimie.

Examples in context

Example conversation

Léa and Lucas are studying together in a library.

  1. Léa

    Est-ce que tu comprends la physique ?
    Do you understand physics?
  2. Lucas

    Pas vraiment, c'est très difficile pour moi.
    Not really, it is very difficult for me.
  3. Léa

    Je peux t'aider avec tes exercices.
    I can help you with your exercises.
  4. Lucas

    Merci Léa, tu es très gentille.
    Thanks Léa, you are very kind.

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