🇫🇷 How to say

“ball” in French

balle
Illustration of "ball" in a French cultural setting
A child in a sunny park kicks a bright red ball across the grass, laughing as it bounces toward a small goal. Nearby, a dog chases after it playfully.

Usage note

In French, 'balle' is used for small, bouncy balls like those in tennis or for play; for larger balls like soccer balls, 'ballon' is more common.

Examples

  • Il lance la balle.

    He throws the ball.

  • La balle est rouge.

    The ball is red.

  • Je joue avec une balle.

    I play with a ball.

Quick check

What does "balle" mean?

  • A. ball
  • B. computer
  • C. bicycle
  • D. map

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