What does "école primaire" mean in French?
"école primaire" is the French word for "primary school".
école primaire /ekˈɔlpʁimˈɛʁ/ · noun · CEFR B1. French translation of "primary school".
See also: Translation page (English → French)
Translation and Meaning
- Word: école primaire
- Language: French
- Meaning: primary school
- IPA: /ekˈɔlpʁimˈɛʁ/
- CEFR Level: B1
- Part of speech: noun
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Example Sentences
- Ma fille a commencé l'école primaire cette année. English: My daughter started primary school this year.
- L'école primaire est proche de notre maison. English: The primary school is near our house.
- Ils ont organisé une fête à l'école primaire. English: They organized a party at the primary school.
When and How to Use "école primaire"
Use "école primaire" when you want to talk about "primary school" in French. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in B1 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 CEFR level is "école primaire"?
"école primaire" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "école primaire"?
"école primaire" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.
Can you show "école primaire" in a sentence?
Ma fille a commencé l'école primaire cette année.
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