English–French

“check” in French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃɛk/

Example

Il a payé par chèque.

He paid by check.

Illustration for chèque (check)

How to say “check” in French

“Check” in French is chèque.

A signed paper slip that directs a bank to release a stated amount to a named recipient.

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

Example sentences with chèque

Elle a rempli un chèque pour le loyer.

She filled out a check for the rent.

Tips for using chèque

  • Chèque is masculine, so the standard form is un chèque, not une chèque.

Other French words for “check”

J'ai coché toutes les cases nécessaires.

I checked all the necessary boxes.

Peux-tu vérifier si la fenêtre est fermée ?

Can you check whether the window is closed?

Il faut contrôler la porte avant de partir.

The door must be checked before leaving.

Les douaniers vont inspecter les bagages.

The customs officers will check the luggage.

La vérification est terminée.

The check is complete.

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