🇫🇷 How to say

“to do” in French

faire
Illustration of "to do" in a French cultural setting
A woman in a cozy kitchen stands at the counter, mixing ingredients in a bowl to make a cake. She hums softly while preparing dinner, a daily routine she enjoys after work.

Usage note

Faire is one of the most common verbs in French and is used for both 'to do' and 'to make', covering a wide range of daily activities from chores to hobbies.

Examples

  • Je fais mon lit chaque matin.

    I make my bed every morning.

  • Il fait ses devoirs après l'école.

    He does his homework after school.

  • Nous faisons une promenade le soir.

    We take a walk in the evening.

Quick check

What does "faire" mean?

  • A. to do
  • B. to close
  • C. to wait
  • D. to know (a fact)

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