How do you say "The colors" in French?

"The colors" in French is "Les couleurs". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘The colors’ in French

Q: What does "Les couleurs" mean in English?

"Les couleurs" means "The colors" in English. Usage tip: The final [s] in [les] links into the next vowel sound, so [les couleurs] is said (lay koo-luhr). That joining is very common after [les].

Les couleurs

lay koo-LUHR

[lay koo-LUHR]

💬 Usage Tip: The final [s] in [les] links into the next vowel sound, so [les couleurs] is said (lay koo-luhr). That joining is very common after [les].

Phrase Breakdown

Les

[lay]

the

Plural definite article used before plural nouns.

Example

Les couleurs sont vives ici.

The colors are bright here.

couleurs

[koo-LUHR]

colors

Plural noun meaning colors.

Example

Les couleurs du jardin sont magnifiques.

The colors of the garden are magnificent.

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