🇫🇷 How to say

“game” in French

jeu
Illustration of "game" in a French cultural setting
A family sits around a table, laughing as they play a board game with colorful pieces. The children are rolling dice and moving tokens across the board, completely absorbed in the fun.

Usage note

Jeu is a versatile noun used for all kinds of games, from sports to puzzles. It's often paired with the verb 'jouer' (to play) to describe the activity.

Examples

  • On joue à un jeu de société.

    We are playing a board game.

  • C'est ton tour dans le jeu.

    It's your turn in the game.

  • J'aime les jeux vidéo.

    I like video games.

Quick check

What does "jeu" mean?

  • A. game
  • B. telephone
  • C. ball
  • D. ticket

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