soixante-dix /swasˈɑ̃tdˈis/ · number · CEFR A0. French translation of "seventy".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: soixante-dix
  • Language: French
  • Meaning: seventy
  • IPA: /swasˈɑ̃tdˈis/
  • CEFR Level: A0
  • Part of speech: number
  • Image:Photo of soixante-dix (French)

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Example Sentences

  • Ma grand-mère a soixante-dix ans. English: My grandmother is seventy years old.
  • Le train arrive à soixante-dix kilomètres. English: The train arrives in seventy kilometres.
  • Soixante-dix personnes au parc. English: Seventy people are in the park.

When and How to Use "soixante-dix"

Use "soixante-dix" when you want to talk about "seventy" in French. It functions as "number". 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.

Frequently asked questions

What does "soixante-dix" mean in French?

"soixante-dix" is the French word for "seventy".

What CEFR level is "soixante-dix"?

"soixante-dix" is tagged at CEFR A0 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "soixante-dix"?

"soixante-dix" is tagged as a number in SmartWords.

Can you show "soixante-dix" in a sentence?

Ma grand-mère a soixante-dix ans.

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