English–French
“oak” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/ʃɛn/
Example
Le chêne a perdu ses feuilles cet automne.
The oak lost its leaves this autumn.
How to say “oak” in French
“Oak” in French is chêne.
A broad, sturdy tree whose acorns mark it in a woodland, and whose dense timber becomes furniture or barrels.
Example sentences with chêne
Nous nous sommes assis sous le chêne.
We sat under the oak.
Tips for using chêne
- Chêne is masculine, so standard forms include un chêne, le chêne, and des chênes.