🇫🇷 How to say

“paper” in French

papier
Illustration of "paper" in a French cultural setting
A student sits at a wooden desk, stacking sheets of white paper neatly beside a notebook and pencil case, ready for class.

Usage note

Papier refers to paper in general, often used for writing, drawing, or printing; it's a common, everyday word you'll use in school or office settings.

Examples

  • J'ai besoin de papier pour écrire.

    I need paper to write.

  • Ce papier est blanc et lisse.

    This paper is white and smooth.

  • Donne-moi une feuille de papier, s'il te plaît.

    Give me a sheet of paper, please.

Quick check

What does "papier" mean?

  • A. paper
  • B. computer
  • C. ball
  • D. ticket

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