- Compound nouns formed from a noun + preposition + noun (like pomme de terre) usually have spaces.
- Adjective + noun compounds typically remain separate words (un homme grand).
- Some compound nouns are hyphenated, especially in modern usage or for clarity.
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Table of Contents
- Temps vs. Heure vs. Fois: time
Explanation of the French words temps, heure, and fois, showing their different meanings, uses, and examples.
- Maison vs. Foyer: home
Maison vs. Foyer: The difference between these two French words for "home", including their meanings, usage, and examples.
- Travail vs. Emploi: job
French nouns travail and emploi, explained with definitions, examples, and usage tips.
- Église vs. Temple vs. Cathédrale: church, temple
The French nouns église, temple, and cathédrale all refer to places of worship, but they differ in religious tradition, function, and architecture.
- École vs. Collège vs. Université: school
The differences between the French nouns école, collège, and université, including their meanings, usage, and examples.
- Argent vs. Fric: money
The difference between argent and fric in French, including usage, connotations, and examples.
- Ami vs. Copain: friend
Ami and copain are French words for friend. Ami is more formal and lasting, while copain is casual and used for close buddies or even romantic partners.
- Enfant vs. Gamin vs. Gosse: child, kid
Enfant, gamin, and gosse are French terms for child or kid, differing in formality and regional usage.
- Éclair vs. Foudre: lightning
Éclair and Foudre are French words related to lightning, with éclair referring to a visible flash and foudre to a powerful lightning strike.
Last updated: Wed Jun 18, 2025
