French word archive

To catch or grab something that is moving, or to get an illness.

To cross or go through something, such as a road, a city, or a difficult period.

To go out or leave a place; to exit. It can also mean to take something or someone out.

To build or construct something, such as a building, object, or idea.

The heart — the organ in your chest, or the emotional center of a person. Often used to express feelings, courage, or the core of something.

To rain; to fall from the sky as water drops. Used to describe rainy weather.

To take something, or to pick something up. It is also used in many common expressions like "prendre le train" (to take the train).

To take back, start again, or continue something after a pause. It can also mean to correct someone gently.

To follow someone or something, or to keep up with a subject or situation.

To put something down somewhere, or to ask a question.

A promise; a commitment you make to someone that you will do something.

To move, or to change position. It can refer to a person, an object, or even a situation changing.

To go into or come into a place. It is the opposite of "to leave."

To close or shut something, such as a door, window, or shop.

To give something to someone in exchange for money; to sell.

To look at something or to watch something, giving it your attention.

Feeling pleased and satisfied about something you or someone close to you has done well.

To show something to someone, or to point something out so others can see it.

To raise something, or (as *se lever*) to get up or rise — for example, getting out of bed or standing up.

To think about something, or to have an opinion about it.

To live; to be alive, or to spend one's life in a certain way.

To save someone or something from danger, harm, or loss.

Calm, quiet, and free from worry or disturbance. Used to describe people, places, or situations.

The sound produced when a person speaks or sings; someone's voice.

Having a great depth; used for physical spaces like water or holes, and also for strong feelings or ideas.

A celebration or party, often held to mark a special occasion or holiday.

An opening in a wall fitted with glass that lets in light and air; a window.

To come back to a place, person, or topic after being away or leaving it.

To win a game, contest, or prize; also to earn money through work.

A person who lives next door or very close to you. Can also be used as an adjective meaning "nearby" or "neighbouring."

The word "temps" means both "time" (the passing of hours, days, etc.) and "weather" (the current outdoor conditions). Context tells you which meaning is intended.

To play (a game, sport, or instrument); also used when an actor performs a role.

Used to say that something is happening again, or that a situation is continuing. It can also mean "more" or "even" depending on context.

To speak or talk — to use words to communicate with someone.

To feel (an emotion or physical sensation), or to smell something. One of the most common everyday verbs in French.

To give something to someone, or to provide or offer something.

To make a choice or reach a conclusion after thinking about something.

To grow up, or to grow taller/bigger. Used for people, animals, and things that increase in size or maturity.

To travel from one place to another, especially over a long distance.

To fall down, or to drop from a higher position to a lower one. Also used figuratively, e.g. when prices or temperatures fall.

To know a person, place, or thing through experience or familiarity — not to know a fact.

To hold something, or to keep a promise or commitment. It can also mean to fit or stay in place.

To believe or think that something is true. It can also mean to trust in someone or something.

To start or begin doing something or going somewhere.

To dream — either while asleep, or to imagine something you wish for deeply.

The energy that makes things visible, or any source of brightness such as the sun or a lamp.

To make something different, or to become different. It can also mean to switch or replace one thing with another.

To want something or to wish to do something. One of the most essential verbs in everyday French.

To laugh, or to express amusement with sound and movement. A natural, everyday action shared by everyone.

To make the most of something; to take advantage of an opportunity or enjoy something fully.