routine
/ʁu.tin/feminine
The French word for 'routine' is routine.
routine is used both to describe a repetitive set of actions (like a morning routine) and to describe something that is mundane or boring (the monotony of daily life).
Meaning: course of action to be followed regularly, a standard procedure (noun)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun routine is feminine, so it is used with the feminine article la or the adjective ma (my).
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables and is pronounced /ʁu.tin/.
Did you know?
- The word routine is actually a diminutive of the word route, meaning it literally translates to a 'little road' or a 'small path'.
- While English uses 'routine' for a comedy act, French speakers use numéro or sketch to describe a performer's programmed sequence.
- In English, 'routine' is often a neutral or even positive word for a structured habit, but in French, calling something une routine often carries a heavy negative connotation of boredom or stagnation.
Examples in context
- Je fuis la routine à tout prix.I’m running from routine at all costs.This sentence shows how to express running away from routine.Tatoeba #5381855 by Scorpionvenin14, translation #10109228 by letsgolanguages
- C'est une procédure de routine.It's routine procedure.This sentence demonstrates using routine to describe a standard procedure.Tatoeba #5399736 by Aiji, translation #2249236 by CM
- Quelle est ta routine matinale ?What's your morning routine?This sentence illustrates asking about a morning routine.Tatoeba #13420419 by Rovo, translation #7979877 by CK
- Mon horaire quotidien est bien organisé.My daily routine is well-organized.
- J'ai des habitudes matinales bien établies.I have well-established morning habits.
- Je suis un peu lassé par le train-train quotidien.I'm a bit tired of the daily grind.
- J'apprécie ma vie quotidienne, même si elle est simple.I appreciate my daily life, even if it's simple.
- Ma routine quotidienne est bien établie.My daily routine is well-established.
- Mon emploi du temps suit une routine bien définie.My schedule follows a well-defined routine.
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Example conversation
Gabriel and Chloé are discussing their daily habits at work.
- GabrielJ'ai besoin d'une nouvelle routine pour être productif.I need a new routine to be productive.
- ChloéTu devrais essayer de commencer par le sport.You should try starting with exercise.
- GabrielC'est vrai, mais ma routine actuelle est trop chargée.That's true, but my current routine is too busy.
- ChloéAlors, simplifie ta routine dès demain.Then, simplify your routine starting tomorrow.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “routine” translations and entries routine, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries routine, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
