How to Say ‘Children’ in French
Les enfants
lay ahn-fahn
[lay ahn-fahn]
💬 Usage Tip: Generic plural: "children" in general or "the kids."
🇫🇷 In France: Talking about les enfants in general is a safe shared subject among parents.
Phrase Breakdown
Les
[lay]
the
A plural definite article used with plural nouns.
Les enfants sont déjà excités avant même d'entrer.
The children are already excited even before going in.
enfants
[ahn-fahn]
children
Plural noun meaning children or kids.
Les enfants aiment souvent discuter devant l'école.
Children often like chatting in front of the school.
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