🇫🇷 How to say

“person” in French

personne
Illustration of "person" in a French cultural setting
A bustling city square is filled with people of all ages, each going about their day. A young woman is reading on a bench, an elderly man feeds pigeons, and a child chases bubbles.

Usage note

Use 'personne' for one person, or 'personnes' for more than one. It is a neutral, polite way to refer to someone, and is used in both formal and informal situations.

Examples

  • Il y a une personne dans la rue.

    There is a person in the street.

  • Cette personne est mon amie.

    This person is my friend.

  • Beaucoup de personnes aiment le chocolat.

    Many people like chocolate.

Quick check

What does "personne" mean?

  • A. person
  • B. mouth
  • C. window
  • D. park

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