mots
The English phrase "words" is translated into French as mots.
mots refers to words. You can use the expression mot à mot to describe a literal, word-for-word translation. The phrase un mot is used to refer to a single unit of language, just as in English.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the masculine noun mots is mot.
Did you know?
- In French, un mot can mean a short note or a memo. If someone leaves un mot on the fridge it means they left a message not a single word.
- The expression les mots d'esprit refers to 'wit' or 'clever remarks' rather than just 'spirited words'.
- The word mot is used in the expression un mot doux to describe a love letter or a sweet note. In this context it refers to a romantic message rather than a single word.
Examples in context
- Retire ces mots !Take those words back!This sentence is useful for practicing the command to take words back using mots.Tatoeba #12289791 by Rovo, translation #12290311 by Miktsoanit
- Retirez ces mots !Take back those words!Tatoeba #12289792 by Rovo, translation #12290312 by Miktsoanit
- Je n'ai pas de mots.I am at a loss for words.This sentence is useful for expressing being at a loss for words using mots.Tatoeba #1626233 by Micsmithel, translation #239754 by CK
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Example conversation
Léa and Hugo are discussing a poem.
- LéaCes mots sont très beaux.These words are very beautiful.
- HugoTu trouves ?Do you think so?
- LéaOui, j'aime beaucoup son style.Yes, I like his style a lot.
- HugoMoi aussi, c'est magnifique.Me too, it's magnificent.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
