English–French
“pit” in French
How to say “pit” in French
“Pit” in French is fosse.
A substantial excavated hollow in the earth, such as a pit, trench, grave, or tank.
Example sentences with fosse
On a creusé une fosse pour planter un arbre.
We dug a pit to plant a tree.
Tips for using fosse
- French often uses trou for a small or accidental hole, while fosse suggests greater depth or a defined purpose.
Other French words for “pit”
Le randonneur a évité le gouffre sur le sentier.
The hiker avoided the pit on the trail.