rester en forme /ʁɛstˈeɑ̃fˈɔʁm/ · verb · CEFR B1. French translation of "keep fit".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: rester en forme
  • Language: French
  • Meaning: keep fit
  • IPA: /ʁɛstˈeɑ̃fˈɔʁm/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: verb
  • Image:Photo of rester en forme (French)

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Example Sentences

  • Je fais du jogging tous les matins pour rester en forme. English: I go jogging every morning to stay in shape.
  • Elle aime rester en forme en faisant du yoga. English: She likes to stay fit by doing yoga.
  • Nous devrions tous essayer de rester en forme pour une meilleure santé. English: We should all try to stay in shape for better health.

When and How to Use "rester en forme"

Use "rester en forme" when you want to talk about "keep fit" in French. It functions as "verb". 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 "rester en forme" mean in French?

"rester en forme" is the French word for "keep fit".

What CEFR level is "rester en forme"?

"rester en forme" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "rester en forme"?

"rester en forme" is tagged as a verb in SmartWords.

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Je fais du jogging tous les matins pour rester en forme.

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