English–French

“collection” in French

French

Alsorecueil · collecte

Pronunciation

IPA/kolɛksjɔ̃/

Example

Elle a une collection de timbres.

She has a collection of stamps.

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How to say “collection” in French

“Collection” in French is collection.

A gathered set of similar objects kept together for interest, study, sale, or display.

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

Example sentences with collection

La collection du musée attire beaucoup de visiteurs.

The museum collection attracts many visitors.

Tips for using collection

  • Collection is feminine, so standard phrasing uses une collection, not un collection.

Other French words for “collection”

Elle a publié un recueil de nouvelles.

She published a collection of short stories.

La collecte des déchets a lieu chaque mardi.

Waste collection takes place every Tuesday.

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