English–French

“curiosity” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kyʁjozite/

Example

Les enfants montrent souvent de la curiosité pour les animaux.

Children often show curiosity about animals.

Illustration for curiosité (curiosity)

How to say “curiosity” in French

“Curiosity” in French is curiosité.

A child noticing something unusual and wanting a closer look and more information.

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

Example sentences with curiosité

Il lit des articles pour assouvir sa curiosité.

He reads articles to satisfy his curiosity.

Tips for using curiosité

  • Une curiosité can also mean an unusual object or sight, so context distinguishes this sense from intellectual interest.

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