English–French

“educational” in French

Pronunciation

IPA/edykatif/

Example

Ce livre est éducatif pour les enfants.

This book is educational for children.

Illustration for éducatif (educational)

How to say “educational” in French

“Educational” in French is éducatif.

A book, activity, or story that builds knowledge or shapes conduct.

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

Example sentences with éducatif

Un film éducatif peut expliquer des notions complexes.

An educational film can explain complex concepts.

Tips for using éducatif

  • Éducatif often describes a formative result or purpose, while pédagogique more often concerns teaching methods or practice.

Other French words for “educational”

Le manuel est didactique et facile à comprendre.

The manual is educational and easy to understand.

Sa méthode pédagogique aide beaucoup les élèves.

Her educational method helps the students a lot.

“educational” in other languages