How to Say “Workout” in French

entraînement
/ɑ̃.tʁɛn.mɑ̃/
The English word 'workout' is translated into French as entraînement.
entraînement is used to refer to a period of physical exercise or an exercise session. If you want to say 'I train' or 'I am working out' concisely, you can use the phrase Je m'entraîne. For a specific type of exercise, such as weightlifting, you can use séance de musculation.
Meaning: an exercise session, a period of physical exercise (noun)

Which one should you use?

While entraînement refers to the general concept of training, the phrase séance d'entraînement is used more precisely when referring to a single, specific workout session.

How does it change in a sentence?

To express the verb 'to work out' or 'to train', use the reflexive verb s'entraîner.

How do you pronounce it?

The word has three syllables and is pronounced /ɑ̃.tʁɛn.mɑ̃/.

What mistakes should you avoid?

Avoid using the anglicism 'un workout' in most settings, as it is not proper French.

Did you know?

  • The root verb entraîner literally means 'to drag' or 'to pull along', suggesting that a workout is a process of being hauled toward a goal.
  • The word entraînement can also mean 'momentum' or 'drive' in a non-sporting context, such as when describing someone's enthusiasm or the way a process gains speed.
  • The word entraînement is used for both physical workouts and the mental preparation of a student or apprentice, blending the concepts of athletics and learning.

Examples in context

  • Trouve un partenaire d'entraînement pour la motivation et l'évaluation du progrès.
    Find a workout buddy for motivation and accountability.
    This sentence is useful for learning how to use entraînement when talking about a partner for motivation and progress evaluation.
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  • J'ai une séance d'entraînement intense à la salle de sport ce soir.
    I have an intense workout at the gym tonight.
  • Elle a besoin de faire des séances d'entraînement régulières pour rester en forme.
    She needs to have regular workouts to stay fit.
  • Je vais à ma séance de sport cet après-midi.
    I'm going to my workout this afternoon.
  • Tu viens avec moi à la séance de gym demain matin ?
    Are you coming to the gym session with me tomorrow morning?
  • Je m'entraîne tous les matins avant de commencer ma journée.
    I work out every morning before starting my day.
  • On s'entraîne ensemble pour atteindre nos objectifs de fitness.
    We work out together to achieve our fitness goals.
  • Je me lance dans une séance de natation pour travailler les muscles du haut du corps.
    I'm diving into a swimming workout to target my upper body muscles.
  • Mon ami et moi avons prévu une séance de yoga ce soir pour nous détendre.
    My friend and I have planned a yoga session tonight to relax.
  • Ton entraînement était très intense aujourd'hui.
    Your workout was very intense today.
  • Je ne veux pas rater mon entraînement.
    I don't want to miss my workout.

Example conversation

Nathan and Léa are at the gym.

  1. Nathan

    Tu es prête pour ton entraînement ?
    Are you ready for your workout?
  2. Léa

    Oui, je me sens en forme.
    Yes, I feel in shape.
  3. Nathan

    On commence par un entraînement rapide ?
    Shall we start with a quick workout?
  4. Léa

    Bonne idée, allons-y.
    Good idea, let's go.

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