English–French

“drop” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/gut/

Example

Une goutte est tombée sur la table.

A drop fell on the table.

Illustration for goutte (drop)

How to say “drop” in French

“Drop” in French is goutte.

One small, countable drop of liquid, such as medicine, perfume, or water.

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

Example sentences with goutte

Une goutte de rosée brillait sur la feuille.

A drop of dew gleamed on the leaf.

Tips for using goutte

  • In weather expressions, quelques gouttes means a few drops or light rain, not a heavy downpour.

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