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How to Say "One thousand" in French
The French word for 'one thousand', used for quantities and prices. Essential for shopping and everyday transactions.
mille
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Use 'mille' when counting items or stating a price in the thousands. For example, if a train ticket costs 1000 euros, you'd say 'mille euros'.
Alternatives
- un millierUse this for 'about a thousand' or 'a thousand of something'.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing the 'lle'
The 'lle' in 'mille' sounds like the 'l' in 'mill', not like 'lee'.
Adding 'un'
Unlike English, French doesn't typically say 'un mille' for 'one thousand'; just 'mille' is correct.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How to say 1000 in French?
You say 'mille'. It's the direct translation for the number one thousand.
When do French people use 'mille'?
French speakers use 'mille' for any quantity or price that reaches one thousand. It's very common for larger sums.
Is 'mille' formal or informal?
'Mille' is a neutral term. You can use it in both casual conversations and more formal settings without issue.
How do you say 1000 in French?
One thousand in French is 'mille'. It is pronounced like 'meel'.
What is 1 million in French?
One million in French is 'un million'. It is pronounced like 'uhn meel-yon'.
How do you write 1000 in French words?
One thousand is written as 'mille' in French words.
What is 10,000 in French?
Ten thousand in French is 'dix mille'. It is pronounced like 'dees meel'.
