🇫🇷 How to say

“book” in French

livre
Illustration of "book" in a French cultural setting
A man sits on a comfortable couch in his living room, reading a thick paperback book with a cup of tea resting beside him on the coffee table.

Usage note

This is the most common word for 'book' in French. Be careful not to confuse it with 'livre' meaning 'pound' (weight or currency) — context will tell you which one it is.

Examples

  • J'achète un livre.

    I'm buying a book.

  • Elle lit un livre avant de dormir.

    She reads a book before sleeping.

  • Mon livre est dans mon sac.

    My book is in my bag.

Quick check

What does "livre" mean?

  • A. book
  • B. money
  • C. month
  • D. Thursday

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