French Vocabulary Quiz: Common Nouns & Adjectives

Vocabulary: Common French Nouns and Verbs

• Affiche (f) – Poster, commonly used for advertisements or announcements.
• Aimer (v) – To love, a fundamental verb expressing affection.
• À l'étranger – Abroad, indicating a location outside one's own country.
• Amusant(e) (adj) – Amusing, describes something that provides entertainment.
• Arbre (m) – Tree, an essential part of the ecosystem.
• Ascenseur (m) – Lift, a mechanical device for transporting people between floors.
• Auberge (f) – Inn, typically a small hotel offering accommodation.
• Banlieue (f) – Suburb, residential area located on the outskirts of a city.
• Bâtiment (m) – Building, a structure with a roof and walls.
• Beau/Belle (adj) – Handsome/Beautiful, adjectives describing appealing physical appearance.
• Bibliothèque (f) – Library, a place where books and other media are stored for public use.
• Campagne (f) – Countryside, areas outside urban environments characterized by nature.
• Canard (m) – Duck, a waterfowl species often found in domestic settings.
• Carrefour (m) – Crossroads, a point where two or more roads meet.
• Centre-ville (m) – Town centre, the commercial and civic hub of a town.
• Chat (m) – Cat, a popular domestic pet known for companionship.
• Château (m) – Castle, a large fortified building typically from the medieval period.
• Cheval (m) – Horse, domesticated animal used for riding and work.
• Circulation (f) – Traffic, referring to the movement of vehicles in urban areas.
• Cochon (m) – Pig, livestock known for its meat and various by-products.
• Colline (f) – Hill, a naturally raised area of land.
• Commissariat (m) – Police station, a facility housing law enforcement officials.
• Complexe sportif (m) – Sports centre, venue for various athletic activities.
• Coq (m) – Cockerel, a male chicken.
• Département (m) – Administrative district, a territorial division in government.
• Distraction (f) – Pastime, activities for enjoyment or amusement.
• Endroit (m) – Place, a specific location or area.
• Ennuyeux/euse (adj) – Boring, describes something that lacks interest.
• Étage (m) – Floor/Storey, levels in a building.
• Ferme (f) – Farm, land dedicated to agriculture and livestock.
• Fermier(~ière) (m/f) – Farmer, individual engaged in agriculture.
• Feu (m) – Fire, combustion producing heat and light.
• Lac (m) – Lake, a sizable body of water surrounded by land.
• Lent(e) (adj) – Slow, indicating a lack of speed.
• Loin (adv) – Far, describing a significant distance.
• Magasin (m) – Shop, a retail outlet for goods.
• Mairie (f) – Town hall, the administrative building for local government.
• Métro (m) – Underground, a rapid transit system in urban areas.
• Montagne (f) – Mountain, an elevated landform.
• Moustique (m) – Mosquito, a small flying insect known for biting.
• Mouton (m) – Sheep, domestic animal raised for wool and meat.
• Musée (m) – Museum, an institution for preserving historical and cultural artifacts.
• Palais (m) – Palace, a grand residence for royalty or dignitaries.
• Parc (m) – Park, a recreational area for the public.
• Parking (m) – Car park, designated area for vehicle storage.
• Paysage (m) – Landscape, the visible features of an area of land.
• (Aller à la) pêche (f) – To go fishing, a leisure activity involving catching fish.
• Pied (m) – Foot, the lower limb of the body.
• À pied – On foot, describing travel without a vehicle.
• Piéton(ne) (m/adj) – Pedestrian, a person walking on foot.
• Piscine (f) – Swimming pool, a designated area for swimming.
• Pittoresque (adj) – Picturesque, visually attractive or charming.
• Place (f) – Town square, an open public area in a town.
• Place du marché (f) – Market square, a square typically used for trade.
• Pont (m) – Bridge, structure for crossing over a river or road.
• Port (m) – Harbour/Port, a location for docking ships.
• Poule (f) – Hen, a female chicken.
• Poulet (m) – Chicken, commonly refers to young domestic fowl.
• Quartier (m) – District, a defined area within a city.
• Région (f) – Region, a broad geographic area.
• Rivière (f) – River (tributary), a flowing body of water.
• Route (f) – Road, a pathway for vehicles.
• Rue (f) – Street, a public road in a city or town.
• Se trouver (v) – To be situated, indicates location.
• Feu rouge (m) – Traffic light(s), signals controlling vehicle movement.
• Fleur (f) – Flower, the reproductive structure of a plant.
• Fleuve (m) – River, a large natural stream of water.
• Fontaine (f) – Fountain, a structure that pours out water.
• Galerie (f) – Gallery, a room or space for displaying art.
• Habitant (m) – Inhabitant, a person residing in a place.
• Habiter (v) – To live, indicating residence in a location.
• Herbe (f) – Grass, common vegetation found in lawns and fields.
• Heure de pointe (f) – Rush hour, times of peak traffic flow.
• Historique (adj) – Historic, important in history or past events.
• Hôtel de ville (m) – Town hall, a government building for local administration.
• Industriel(le) (adj) – Industrial, relating to manufacturing or industry.
• Jardin public (m) – Public garden, a green space for community use.
• Kiosque à journaux (m) – News stand, a place to buy newspapers and magazines.
• Site touristique (m) – Sight, place of interest for visitors.
• Stade (m) – Stadium, a venue for sports and large events.
• Tour (f) – Tower, a tall structure usually standing alone.
• Tranquille (adj) – Quiet, describing a peaceful or calm environment.
• Vache (f) – Cow, domesticated animal raised for milk and meat.
• Village (m) – Village, a small settlement or community.
• Ville (f) – Town, a populated area smaller than a city.
• Vivre (v) – To live, signifying existence or life experience.
• Zone piétonne (f) – Pedestrian area, designated space for foot traffic only.

Test your knowledge of common French vocabulary with this quiz focused on nouns and adjectives. From animals to places, explore the richness of the French language as you identify various terms and their meanings. Perfect for beginners and intermediate learners alike.