French Physical Appearance and Descriptions Quiz
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The French word for height is 'la ______'

taille

To describe a person's age, use the verb ______

avoir

Il a cinq ans

he is five years-old

La taille

<p>height, body size, waistline</p> Signup and view all the answers

Il a les cheveux frisés

<p>He has curly hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the French word 'la taille' describe?

<p>It can describe a person's height, body size, as well as waistline.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'la corpulence' describe in French?

<p>It describes a person's stoutness or bulkiness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many words are there in French for face and what are they?

<p>There are two words for face in French: 'le visage' and 'la figure'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When talking about hair in French, what are the two options for describing it?

<p>The two options for describing hair in French are: 1) to use the verb 'avoir'; and 2) to use an adjective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How would you say 'He has curly hair' in French using the verb option?

<p>'Il a les cheveux frisés' is the way to say 'He has curly hair' in French using the verb option.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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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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.

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