English–French

“cardboard box” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kaʁtɔ̃/

Example

J'ai besoin d'un carton pour déménager.

I need a cardboard box to move.

Illustration for carton (cardboard box)

How to say “cardboard box” in French

“Cardboard box” in French is carton.

A thick layered-cardboard container for packing, storing, or moving things.

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

Example sentences with carton

Les cartons de déménagement sont prêts.

The moving boxes are ready.

Tips for using carton

  • In faire un carton, carton is idiomatic and can mean achieving great success rather than making a box.

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