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The French word for height is 'la ______'
The French word for height is 'la ______'
taille
To describe a person's age, use the verb ______
To describe a person's age, use the verb ______
avoir
Il a cinq ans
Il a cinq ans
he is five years-old
La taille
La taille
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Il a les cheveux frisés
Il a les cheveux frisés
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What does the French word 'la taille' describe?
What does the French word 'la taille' describe?
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What does the word 'la corpulence' describe in French?
What does the word 'la corpulence' describe in French?
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How many words are there in French for face and what are they?
How many words are there in French for face and what are they?
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When talking about hair in French, what are the two options for describing it?
When talking about hair in French, what are the two options for describing it?
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How would you say 'He has curly hair' in French using the verb option?
How would you say 'He has curly hair' in French using the verb option?
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Study Notes
Height and Age in French
- The French word for height is la hauteur.
- To describe a person's age in French, the verb avoir is used.
- For example, to say "He is five years old," use Il a cinq ans.
Describing Aspects of a Person
- La taille refers to a person's size or build.
- La corpulence describes a person's body type or bulkiness.
Vocabulary for Face and Hair
- There are three words in French for "face": le visage, la face, and la figure.
- When talking about hair in French, the two options for describing hair are the adjectives frisé (curly) and lisse (straight).
- To say "He has curly hair" in French, use the phrase Il a les cheveux frisés utilizing the verb form.
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Description
Test your knowledge of French physical appearance and descriptions with this quiz. Practice vocabulary related to color, body parts, and anatomy, and learn how to describe someone's age using the verb "avoir." Perfect for French learners looking to expand their language skills.