Understanding the names of common animals in French is a great way to expand your vocabulary. Here is a list of some common animals and their French translations.
Common Animals in French
| English | French | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Cat | Chat | /ʃa/ |
| Dog | Chien | /ʃjɛ̃/ |
| Bird | Oiseau | /wazo/ |
| Fish | Poisson | /pwaˈsɔ̃/ |
| Horse | Cheval | /ʃəˈval/ |
| Cow | Vache | /vaʃ/ |
| Pig | Cochon | /kɔˈʃɔ̃/ |
| Chicken | Poule | /pul/ |
| Sheep | Mouton | /muˈtɔ̃/ |
| Goat | Chèvre | /ʃɛvʀ/ |
| Rabbit | Lapin | /laˈpɛ̃/ |
| Duck | Canard | /kaˈnaʀ/ |
| Frog | Grenouille | /ɡʀəˈnuj/ |
| Snake | Serpent | /sɛʀˈpɑ̃/ |
| Elephant | Éléphant | /e.le.fɑ̃/ |
Visual Guide
Domestic Animals
- !Cat
- Chat: The common household pet, known for its independence and playful nature.
- !Dog
- Chien: Loyal and friendly, a popular companion animal around the world.
Farm Animals
- !Cow
- Vache: A vital source of milk, meat, and leather.
- !Sheep
- Mouton: Raised for wool, meat, and milk.
Wild Animals
- !Elephant
- Éléphant: The largest land animal, known for its intelligence and memory.
- !Frog
- Grenouille: An amphibian found in many parts of the world, famous for its jumping skills.
Key Phrases
- Un chat est un animal domestique. (A cat is a domestic animal.)
- Un chien est un bon compagnon. (A dog is a good companion.)
- Les oiseaux peuvent voler. (Birds can fly.)
- Les chevaux sont rapides. (Horses are fast.)
By learning these animal names, you can better describe the world around you in French. Practice using these terms in sentences to improve your fluency!