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How to Say "I have three kids" in French
Say 'J'ai trois enfants' to tell someone you have three children in French.
J'ai trois enfants.
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Use this when asked about your family size, for example, during casual conversation at a party or when meeting new people. It's a straightforward way to answer a common question.
Alternatives
- J'ai trois gosses.More casual, best with friends or younger people.
- J'ai trois petits.A bit more affectionate or informal.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing 'enfants'
The 'en' is a nasal sound, and the final 't' is silent.
Confusing 'enfants' with 'enfants'
While spelled the same, 'enfants' can mean 'children' or 'kids', but 'enfants' is the plural of 'enfant'.
A small cultural note
It's common for French people to ask about children relatively early in a conversation, so be prepared to answer this question.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How to say I have 3 kids in French?
The most common way is 'J'ai trois enfants.' This is a neutral and widely understood phrase.
Is 'gosses' okay for kids?
'Gosses' is a more informal word for children, similar to 'kids' in English. Use it with friends or people you know well.
What's the difference between 'enfant' and 'enfants'?
'Enfant' is singular for child, while 'enfants' is the plural for children. You'll use 'enfants' when talking about more than one.
