How do you say "I water" in French?

"I water" in French is "J’arrose". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘I water’ in French

Q: What does "J’arrose" mean in English?

"J’arrose" means "I water" in English. Usage tip: [J'] only appears joined to the next word before a vowel sound, as in [j'arrose]. Before a consonant, it goes back to [je]: [je regarde], [je plante].

J’arrose

zh a-ROHZ

[zh a-ROHZ]

💬 Usage Tip: [J'] only appears joined to the next word before a vowel sound, as in [j'arrose]. Before a consonant, it goes back to [je]: [je regarde], [je plante].

Phrase Breakdown

J’

[zh]

Elided form of je before a vowel.

Example

J’ arrose le matin.

I water in the morning.

arrose

[a-ROHZ]

water

First person singular present of arroser, used for watering plants.

Example

J’arrose les fleurs chaque jour.

I water the flowers every day.

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