permis de conduire /pɛʁmˈidə-kɔ̃dyˈiʁ/ · noun · CEFR B1. French translation of "driving/driver’s licence".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: permis de conduire
  • Language: French
  • Meaning: driving/driver’s licence
  • IPA: /pɛʁmˈidə-kɔ̃dyˈiʁ/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Image:Photo of permis de conduire (French)

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Example Sentences

  • Je dois renouveler mon permis de conduire cette année. English: I have to renew my driver's license this year.
  • Vous devez avoir un permis de conduire valide pour louer une voiture. English: You must have a valid driver's license to rent a car.
  • Elle a montré son permis de conduire au poste de contrôle. English: She showed her driver's license at the checkpoint.

When and How to Use "permis de conduire"

Use "permis de conduire" when you want to talk about "driving/driver’s licence" 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 "permis de conduire" mean in French?

"permis de conduire" is the French word for "driving/driver’s licence".

What CEFR level is "permis de conduire"?

"permis de conduire" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "permis de conduire"?

"permis de conduire" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "permis de conduire" in a sentence?

Je dois renouveler mon permis de conduire cette année.

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