Translation and Meaning
- Word: noir
- Language: French
- Meaning: black
- CEFR Level: A0
- Part of speech: adjective
- Topic: French Couleurs
Pronunciation audio
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Example Sentences
- Mon frère porte une chemise noire. English: My brother wears a black shirt.
- La chemise noire que je porte me va bien. English: The black shirt that I am wearing fits me well.
When and How to Use "noir"
Use "noir" when you want to talk about "black" in French. It functions as "adjective". In SmartWords it is linked to the French Couleurs topic. 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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