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Getting Started in French
What Are the Basic Colours in French?
Let’s take a look at the names of some colours in French.
Watch the video as many times as you need, until you feel you can give the French as the video plays!
Part 1
| English | French |
|---|---|
| black | noir |
| blue | bleu |
| brown | marron |
| green | vert |
| grey | gris |
Part 2
| English | French |
|---|---|
| orange | orange |
| pink | rose |
| red | rouge |
| white | blanc |
| yellow | jaune |
Flashcards
Test yourself on the words or phrases in this lesson. Tap the card to reveal each answer and swipe or press the arrows to move forward and back as you familiarize yourself with what we’ve learned.
Go Deeper
If you want to expand your knowledge about this topic, explore any materials below.
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Give It a Go!
If you’d like to test your knowledge of what you’ve learned so far, you can select from any quizzes or activities below.
Written Quiz – Basic Colours in French
A quiz to test your knowledge of basic colours in French.
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