English–French

“branch” in French

French

Alsosuccursale

Pronunciation

IPA/bʁɑ̃ʃ/

Example

Le vent a cassé une branche.

The wind broke a branch.

Illustration for branche (branch)

How to say “branch” in French

“Branch” in French is branche.

One main stem sends out a distinct branch, like an organization or subject dividing into its own section.

Full entry for branche: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with branche

Ils ont ramassé une branche pour faire un feu.

They picked up a branch to make a fire.

Tips for using branche

  • Branche d'arbre makes the literal meaning explicit, while branche d'activite identifies a field of economic activity.

Other French words for “branch”

La banque a ouvert une nouvelle succursale près de chez moi.

The bank opened a new branch near my home.

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