English–French

“crocodile” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kʁokodil/

Example

Attention, il y a un crocodile sur la berge.

Look out, there's a crocodile on the riverbank.

Illustration for crocodile (crocodile)

How to say “crocodile” in French

“Crocodile” in French is crocodile.

A large, scaly river predator lying low at the water's edge before striking with powerful jaws.

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

Example sentences with crocodile

Des crocodiles vivent dans ce marais.

Crocodiles live in this swamp.

Tips for using crocodile

  • Crocodile is masculine, so the usual singular form is un crocodile.

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