English–French

“egyptian” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/eʒipsjɛ̃/

Example

J'ai acheté un tapis égyptien.

I bought an Egyptian carpet.

Illustration for égyptien (egyptian)

How to say “egyptian” in French

“Egyptian” in French is égyptien.

A marker of Egyptian connection in objects, customs, people, or historical remains.

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

Example sentences with égyptien

Nous avons goûté la cuisine égyptienne.

We tasted Egyptian cuisine.

Tips for using égyptien

  • In neutral noun phrases, égyptien usually follows the noun, as in art égyptien, while its ending changes for feminine and plural forms.

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