English–French
“cause” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/koz/
Example
Quelle est la cause de cet incendie ?
What is the cause of this fire?
How to say “cause” in French
“Cause” in French is cause.
A visible link from an event back to the factor that produced it.
Example sentences with cause
Les causes fréquentes d'un rhume sont le virus et le froid.
The common causes of a cold are the virus and cold weather.
Tips for using cause
- Cause is feminine, so the usual forms are la cause and une cause.
Other French words for “cause”
Le médicament peut induire de la somnolence.
The medication may cause drowsiness.
Ce choix peut engendrer des problèmes.
This choice can cause problems.
Ton message a provoqué beaucoup de réactions.
Your message caused a lot of reactions.
Le retard a occasionné beaucoup de problèmes.
The delay caused a lot of problems.