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How to Say "Winter" in French
The French word for winter, used to talk about the coldest season of the year.
l'hiver
lee-VEHRneutral
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Use 'l'hiver' when discussing the time of year, like planning a holiday trip or talking about the weather. For example, 'Je pars en vacances cet hiver' (I'm going on holiday this winter).
Alternatives
- la saison froideMore descriptive, literally 'the cold season'.
- les mois d'hiverSpecifically refers to the winter months, not the season as a whole.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing the 'h'
The 'h' in 'hiver' is silent, so don't pronounce it like in English 'hot'.
Forgetting the 'l'
It's 'l'hiver' (the winter), not just 'hiver' when referring to the season.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
how to say winter in french
The most common way to say winter in French is 'l'hiver'. It's used in everyday conversation and writing.
french word for winter season
'L'hiver' refers to the entire winter season. You can also use 'la saison froide' which means 'the cold season'.
what is winter in french pronunciation
It's pronounced roughly 'lee-VEHR', with the stress on the second syllable. The 'h' is silent.
What do the French call winter?
The French word for winter is 'hiver'. It is a masculine noun.
What are the four seasons in French?
The four seasons in French are 'le printemps' (spring), 'l'été' (summer), 'l'automne' (fall/autumn), and 'l'hiver' (winter).
Is 'hiver' masculine or feminine in French?
'Hiver' is a masculine noun in French. You would use 'l'hiver' or 'un hiver'.
How do you pronounce 'hiver'?
The French word 'hiver' is pronounced roughly as 'ee-vair'. The 'h' is silent.
