English–French

“kangaroo” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kɑ̃guʁu/

Example

J'ai vu un kangourou au zoo.

I saw a kangaroo at the zoo.

Illustration for kangourou (kangaroo)

How to say “kangaroo” in French

“Kangaroo” in French is kangourou.

A long-tailed Australian animal moving in leaps, with a small young animal sheltered in a front pouch.

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

Example sentences with kangourou

Le kangourou se déplace en sautant.

The kangaroo moves by hopping.

Tips for using kangourou

  • The plural is kangourous, with a written s that is not pronounced: des kangourous.

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