🇫🇷 How to say

“television” in French

télévision
Illustration of "television" in a French cultural setting
A family is gathered in a cozy living room in the evening. A child points excitedly at the colorful cartoon playing on the large screen of the television, while parents relax on the sofa.

Usage note

In French, 'télévision' is a feminine noun (la télévision) and is very commonly shortened to 'la télé' in everyday conversation, just like 'TV' in English.

Examples

  • La télévision est dans le salon.

    The television is in the living room.

  • Je regarde la télévision le soir.

    I watch television in the evening.

  • Éteins la télévision, s'il te plaît.

    Turn off the television, please.

Quick check

What does "télévision" mean?

  • A. television
  • B. shoes
  • C. pillow
  • D. computer

First quiz is free.

Want more?

SimpleLits Pro unlocks alternate example sentences, audio pronunciation, the full quiz pack, and save-to-deck spaced repetition.

See Pro plans

Also see