chiots
The English phrase "puppies" is translated into French as chiots.
chiots is used to refer to young dogs.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word chiots is the plural form of the noun. The singular form, meaning "puppy", is chiot.
Did you know?
- Unlike English which uses 'puppy' for many small animals in a cute way, French uses specific words like louveteau for a wolf pup and lionceau for a lion cub.
- While chiot is the correct term for a puppy, French speakers often use toutou as a sweet or childish slang word for any dog regardless of age.
- While English speakers might use 'puppies' as a term of endearment for a partner, using chiots to refer to a person in French would sound bizarre and nonsensical rather than affectionate.
Examples in context
- Yanni a des chiots.Yanni has puppies.This sentence shows how to express possession using chiots.Tatoeba #12480472 by always, translation #10041218 by Amastan
- Quels adorables chiots !What adorable puppies!This sentence is useful for expressing admiration for chiots.Tatoeba #948256 by sacredceltic, translation #1233127 by jesuisunmonstre
- J'aime vraiment les chiots.I really like puppies.This sentence demonstrates expressing a preference or liking for chiots.Tatoeba #5461645 by Aiji, translation #5099502 by chris3spice
- Lors de la réunion, nous avons discuté de la nouvelle portée de chiots.During the meeting, we discussed the new litter of puppies.
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Example conversation
Nathan and Chloé are looking at a photo on a phone.
- NathanRegarde ces chiots sur la photo.Look at these puppies in the photo.
- ChloéOh, ils sont trop mignons !Oh, they are too cute!
- NathanTu veux qu'on en achète ?Do you want us to buy one?
- ChloéNathan, on n'a pas assez de place.Nathan, we don't have enough space.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
