fer à repasser /fˈɛʁaʁəpasˈe/ · noun · CEFR B1. French translation of "iron".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: le fer à repasser
  • Language: French
  • Meaning: iron
  • IPA: /fˈɛʁaʁəpasˈe/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Article: le
  • Image:Photo of fer à repasser (French)

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Example Sentences

  • J'ai acheté un nouveau fer à repasser. English: I bought a new iron.
  • Elle a utilisé le fer à repasser pour enlever les plis. English: She used an iron to remove the wrinkles.
  • Fais attention avec le fer à repasser, il est très chaud. English: Be careful with the iron, it's very hot.

When and How to Use "fer à repasser"

Use "fer à repasser" when you want to talk about "iron" 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 does "fer à repasser" mean in French?

"fer à repasser" is the French word for "iron".

What CEFR level is "fer à repasser"?

"fer à repasser" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "fer à repasser"?

"fer à repasser" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "fer à repasser" in a sentence?

J'ai acheté un nouveau fer à repasser.

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