How do you say "The test" in French?

"The test" in French is "Le contrôle". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘The test’ in French

Q: What does "Le contrôle" mean in English?

"Le contrôle" means "The test" in English. Usage tip: In school French, [un contrôle] is a test or quiz, not [control]. It is a false friend worth remembering: [contrôle de maths], [contrôle d'histoire].

Le contrôle

luh kohn-TROHL

[luh kohn-TROHL]

💬 Usage Tip: In school French, [un contrôle] is a test or quiz, not [control]. It is a false friend worth remembering: [contrôle de maths], [contrôle d'histoire].

Phrase Breakdown

[luh]

the

Masculine singular definite article.

Example

Le contrôle est vendredi matin.

The test is Friday morning.

contrôle

[kohn-TROHL]

test

A school test or quiz, often shorter than a big exam.

Example

Le contrôle de sciences commence à huit heures.

The science test starts at eight o’clock.

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