Translation and Meaning
- Word: moins
- Language: French
- Meaning: minus
- CEFR Level: A0
- Part of speech: preposition
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Example Sentences
- Dix moins trois égalent sept.
- Cinq moins un, c'est quatre.
- Il fait moins deux degrés ce matin.
When and How to Use "moins"
Use "moins" when you want to talk about "minus" in French. It functions as "preposition". Because it appears in A0 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.
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