How to Say “Scooter” in French

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scooter
/sku.tœʁ/masculine
The English phrase scooter is scooter in French.
The term refers to a type of motorcycle or moped with a step-through frame.
Meaning: type of motorcycle or moped with a step-through frame (noun)

Is it said differently in some regions?

In some regions, particularly in France, the term trottinette is used to refer to a kick scooter.

How does it change in a sentence?

scooter is a masculine noun, often appearing as un scooter.

How do you pronounce it?

/sku.tœʁ/

Did you know?

  • While scooter is the standard term, you will often see the brand name Vespa used as a generic noun for any scooter in France, regardless of the actual manufacturer.
  • A person riding a scooter might be called 'un scootériste', a uniquely French way of turning the borrowed noun into a professional or enthusiast title.
  • The term trottinette comes from the verb trotter, which means 'to trot'. It evokes the rhythmic, short steps a person takes when pushing a kick scooter.

Examples in context

  • Le scooter ne démarre pas.
    The scooter won't start.
    Tatoeba #839783 by sacredceltic, translation #6145948 by sundown
  • Nous vous rappelons que vous devez porter un casque sur votre scooter électrique.
    We remind you that you must wear a helmet on your e-scooter.
    Tatoeba #12245364 by menaud, translation #12245363 by menaud
  • Mon fils a acheté un cyclomoteur pour aller à l'université.
    My son bought a scooter to go to the university.
  • J'ai acheté un nouveau scooter hier.
    I bought a new scooter yesterday.
  • Quand j'étais jeune, ma mobylette était mon moyen de transport préféré.
    When I was young, my moped was my favorite means of transportation.
  • Les enfants utilisent souvent des trottinettes pour se rendre à l'école.
    Kids often use kick scooters to go to school.
  • Il a acheté un nouveau scooter bleu.
    He bought a new blue scooter.

Example conversation

Nathan and Manon are talking about their commute.

  1. Nathan

    Tu as toujours ton vieux scooter ?
    Do you still have your old scooter?
  2. Manon

    Oui, mais il consomme beaucoup d'essence.
    Yes, but it uses a lot of gas.
  3. Nathan

    Tu devrais passer au scooter électrique.
    You should switch to an electric scooter.
  4. Manon

    C'est une bonne idée, Manon.
    That's a good idea, Manon.

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