🇫🇷 How to say

“window” in French

fenêtre
Illustration of "window" in a French cultural setting
A person looks out of an open window in a city apartment, watching the rain fall on the street below and the lights from other buildings.

Usage note

A 'fenêtre' is an opening in a wall or vehicle that lets in light and air. In French cities, people often say 'bonjour' to neighbors from their window.

Examples

  • Je regarde par la fenêtre.

    I am looking out the window.

  • La fenêtre de ma chambre est grande.

    The window of my room is big.

  • Ouvre la fenêtre, s'il te plaît.

    Open the window, please.

Quick check

What does "fenêtre" mean?

  • A. window
  • B. mouth
  • C. food
  • D. wind

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