🇫🇷 How to say

“notebook” in French

cahier
Illustration of "notebook" in a French cultural setting
A student places a neatly labeled spiral-bound notebook next to their textbook on a wooden desk, ready for taking notes in class. The cover is a simple, solid color with a few handwritten words on the front.

Usage note

In French, un cahier specifically refers to a bound notebook for writing, often used by students. It's different from un carnet, which is usually a smaller notebook or a booklet.

Examples

  • J'ai acheté un nouveau cahier pour l'école.

    I bought a new notebook for school.

  • Ouvre ton cahier à la page dix.

    Open your notebook to page ten.

  • Mon cahier est dans mon sac.

    My notebook is in my bag.

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What does "cahier" mean?

  • A. notebook
  • B. ticket
  • C. girl
  • D. back

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