What does "essayer" mean in French?
"essayer" is the French word for "try on".
essayer /esɛjˈe/ · verbe · CEFR B1. French translation of "try on".
See also: Translation page (English → French) · Topic: French Communication et Expression
Translation and Meaning
- Word: essayer
- Language: French
- Meaning: try on
- IPA: /esɛjˈe/
- CEFR Level: B1
- Part of speech: verbe
- Topic: French Communication et Expression
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Example Sentences
- Je veux essayer cette veste avant de l'acheter. English: I want to try on this jacket before buying it.
- Elle a essayé plusieurs robes au magasin. English: She tried on several dresses in the store.
- Puis-je essayer ces chaussures ? English: Can I try on these shoes?
When and How to Use "essayer"
Use "essayer" when you want to talk about "try on" in French. It functions as "verbe". In SmartWords it is linked to the French Communication et Expression topic. 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 CEFR level is "essayer"?
"essayer" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "essayer"?
"essayer" is tagged as a verbe in SmartWords.
Can you show "essayer" in a sentence?
Je veux essayer cette veste avant de l'acheter.
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