sous-sol /susˈɔl/ · noun · CEFR B2. French translation of "basement".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: le sous-sol
  • Language: French
  • Meaning: basement
  • IPA: /susˈɔl/
  • CEFR Level: B2
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Article: le
  • Image:Photo of sous-sol (French)

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Example Sentences

  • Le sous-sol est utilisé pour le stockage et la buanderie. English: The basement is used for storage and laundry.
  • Nous avons trouvé un vieil album photo dans le sous-sol. English: We found an old photo album in the basement.
  • Le sous-sol reste frais pendant l'été. English: The basement stays cool during the summer.

When and How to Use "sous-sol"

Use "sous-sol" when you want to talk about "basement" in French. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in B2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your French study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "sous-sol" mean in French?

"sous-sol" is the French word for "basement".

What CEFR level is "sous-sol"?

"sous-sol" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "sous-sol"?

"sous-sol" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "sous-sol" in a sentence?

Le sous-sol est utilisé pour le stockage et la buanderie.

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