English–French

“male” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/mal/

Example

C'est un chien mâle.

It is a male dog.

Illustration for mâle (male)

How to say “male” in French

“Male” in French is mâle.

The male member of an animal species, set against the corresponding female member.

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

Example sentences with mâle

Le chat mâle dort sur le canapé.

The male cat sleeps on the sofa.

Tips for using mâle

  • Un mâle is common when the animal itself is meant, whereas mâle after a noun describes its sex, as in un chien mâle.

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