🇫🇷 How to say

“where” in French

où
Illustration of "where" in a French cultural setting
A person stands at a crossroads in a quaint European town, looking at a map with a puzzled expression, trying to figure out which cobblestone path leads to the bakery.

Usage note

Use 'où' to ask about a location, just like 'where' in English. It's a very common and essential word for asking directions or finding things.

Examples

  • Où est la bibliothèque ?

    Where is the library?

  • Tu sais où sont mes clés ?

    Do you know where my keys are?

  • Où vas-tu ce weekend ?

    Where are you going this weekend?

Quick check

What does "où" mean?

  • A. where
  • B. tomorrow
  • C. how
  • D. my name is

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