English–French
“light bulb” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/ɑ̃pul/
Example
Il faut changer l'ampoule.
The light bulb needs to be replaced.
How to say “light bulb” in French
“Light bulb” in French is ampoule.
A rounded glass shell that contains a useful substance, such as a light source or medicine.
Example sentences with ampoule
Est-ce que tu as une ampoule de rechange?
Do you have a spare light bulb?
Tips for using ampoule
- In pharmacy and medical contexts, une ampoule usually means a small sealed vial of liquid rather than a light bulb.