ensemble
/ɑ̃.sɑ̃bl/
The English phrase "together" is translated into French as ensemble.
The word is an adverb used to describe things happening at the same time or in the same place.
Meaning: at the same time, in the same place (adv)
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 2 syllables and is pronounced /ɑ̃.sɑ̃bl/.
Did you know?
- When French speakers describe a couple that is 'together' in a romantic sense, they often use the phrase en couple rather than ensemble.
- In French, ensemble is also a noun referring to a complete set of matching clothes or a musical group.
- The word ensemble shares its DNA with the Latin word simul, which is the root of the English word 'simultaneous'.
Examples in context
- On le fait ensemble.We're doing it together.This sentence is useful for saying we are doing something with the form ensemble.Tatoeba #11700449 by Aiji, translation #5453672 by CK
- Ils vont bien ensemble.They go well together.This sentence is useful for saying people go well with each other using the form ensemble.Tatoeba #7598845 by Micsmithel, translation #10760066 by sundown
- Vous voyagez ensemble ?Are you travelling together?This sentence is useful for asking if people are travelling with the form ensemble.Tatoeba #11373579 by lbdx, translation #6374519 by sundown
- Nous devons travailler ensemble .We must work together.
- Organisons une réunion ensemble .Let's organize a meeting together.
- Nous devons agir de concert pour résoudre ce problème.We must act together to solve this problem.
- Ils travaillent de concert depuis des années.They have been working together for years.
- Nous pourrions partir en vacances en même temps .We could go on vacation together.
- Regardons le film ensemble.Let's watch the movie together.
- Chantons tous ensemble la chanson finale.Let's all sing the final song together.
- Tous ensemble, nous sommes plus forts.Together, we are stronger.
- Travaillons ensemble sur ce projet.Let's work together on this project.
- Allons manger ensemble ce soir.Let's go eat together tonight.
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Example conversation
Two friends are planning their lunch break.
- NathanOn déjeune ensemble ?Shall we eat lunch together?
- ManonOui, avec plaisir.Yes, with pleasure.
- NathanOn se retrouve à midi ?Shall we meet at noon?
- ManonC'est parfait pour moi.That is perfect for me.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “together” translations and entries ensemble, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ensemble, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
