What does "air" mean in French?
"air" is a French noun at CEFR level A2. The example sentences on this page show how it is used in context.
air /ˈɛʁ/ · noun · CEFR A2. French translation of "air".
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Translation and Meaning
- Word: air
- Language: French
- IPA: /ˈɛʁ/
- CEFR Level: A2
- Part of speech: noun
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Example Sentences
- L'air est frais ce matin en montagne. English: The air is fresh this morning in the mountains.
- Ouvre la fenêtre pour faire entrer de l'air. English: Open the window to let in some air.
- L'air de la ville n'est pas très propre. English: The air in the city is not very clean.
When and How to Use "air"
Study "air" in context to notice common word order and the words it appears with. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in A2 material, it is a practical word to learn early in your French study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
Frequently asked questions
What CEFR level is "air"?
"air" is tagged at CEFR A2 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "air"?
"air" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.
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L'air est frais ce matin en montagne.
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