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“long” in French

long
Illustration of "long" in a French cultural setting
A person on a train stretches their legs out, looking at the seemingly endless track ahead. The train carriage itself is long and narrow, with many seats in a row.

Usage note

It describes physical length, like hair or a road, and can also describe a duration, like a long movie. Just like in English, its feminine form is 'longue'.

Examples

  • Le serpent est très long.

    The snake is very long.

  • J'ai les cheveux longs.

    I have long hair.

  • La rue est longue et droite.

    The street is long and straight.

Quick check

What does "long" mean?

  • A. long
  • B. this
  • C. slow
  • D. near

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