French Homophones (Homonyms) List

An homophone is a word that is pronounced the same as another word but has a different meaning and spelling.

For example, “mail” (letters and packages) and “male” (of the male gender).

1. Au (to the) vs. Eau (water)

2. Bas (low) vs. Bas (stockings)

3. Bleu (blue) vs. Bleu (cooked rare)

4. Droit (right) vs. Le droit (law)

5. Pas (not) vs. Un pas (a step)

6. Bois (to drink) vs. Bois (woods)

7. Un fait (a fact) vs. Fait (does)

8. La (the) vs. Là (there)

9. Un lit (a bed) vs. Il lit (He reads)

10. Sur (on) vs. Sur (sure)

Homophones are a common challenge for French language learners, as many words in the language have similar pronunciations but vastly different meanings.

Understanding and mastering homophones is key to speaking and writing French effectively and avoiding misunderstandings.

Regular practice and memorization can help learners effectively differentiate between homophones and use them correctly in context.

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