How to Say “Snow Chains” in French

chaînes à neige
The English phrase "snow chains" is translated into French as chaînes à neige.
This phrase refers to the metal chains wrapped around vehicle tires to provide better grip on snowy or icy roads.

What does it mean word for word?

The phrase is composed of chaînes (chains) and à neige (for snow).

How does it change in a sentence?

The plural form chaînes à neige is used because a vehicle requires multiple chains. You may use the singular form chaîne à neige when referring to a single chain or the concept of a snow chain in general.

Did you know?

  • The word chaîne is used not only for metal links but also for the French word for 'TV channel', creating a phonetic coincidence in conversation.
  • While chaînes à neige are the traditional tool, many French drivers now use chaussettes à neige, which are fabric 'snow socks' that slide over tires.
  • In France, it is often a legal requirement to carry chaînes à neige in your vehicle during certain months, and police can fine you for not having them in your trunk.

Examples in context

  • Je n'ai pas de chaînes à neige pour ma voiture.
    I don't have snow chains for my car.
    This sentence is useful for expressing that you do not have chaînes à neige for your car.
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  • Je voudrais acheter des chaînes à neige, s'il vous plaît.
    I would like to buy snow chains, please.
  • Excusez-moi, pouvez-vous m'aider à mettre les chaînes à neige?
    Excuse me, can you help me put on the snow chains?
  • J'ai eu du mal à mettre mes chaines à neige.
    I struggled to put on my snow chains.
  • Il faut installer les chaînes à neige rapidement.
    The snow chains must be installed quickly.
  • Où est-ce que je peux acheter des chaînes à neige ?
    Where can I buy snow chains?

Example conversation

Gabriel and Chloé are preparing for a mountain trip in a car.

  1. Chloé

    Gabriel, as-tu vérifié les chaînes à neige ?
    Gabriel, did you check the snow chains?
  2. Gabriel

    Oui, elles sont dans le coffre de la voiture.
    Yes, they are in the car's trunk.
  3. Chloé

    Parfait, la route sera très glissante.
    Perfect, the road will be very slippery.
  4. Gabriel

    Ne t'inquiète pas, nous sommes prêts.
    Don't worry, we are ready.

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