English–French

“open” in French

French

Alsoouvrir · inaugurer

Pronunciation

IPA/uvɛʁ/

Example

La porte est ouverte.

The door is open.

Illustration for ouvert (open)

How to say “open” in French

“Open” in French is ouvert.

An unobstructed entrance allows people or things to pass in and out.

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

Example sentences with ouvert

Les étudiants ont un esprit ouvert.

The students have an open mind.

Tips for using ouvert

  • The final t is silent in masculine ouvert but pronounced in the feminine form ouverte, where the ending is pronounced.

Other French words for “open”

Peux-tu ouvrir la fenêtre, s'il te plaît ?

Can you open the window, please?

Le maire va inaugurer le nouveau parc ce week-end.

The mayor will open the new park this weekend.

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