English–French

“platform” in French

French

Alsoplate-forme

Pronunciation

IPA/kɛ/

Example

Je t'attends sur le quai.

I am waiting for you on the platform.

Illustration for quai (platform)

How to say “platform” in French

“Platform” in French is quai.

A raised working edge running alongside water or railway tracks, giving people and cargo a place to board, leave, or transfer.

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

Example sentences with quai

Le train arrive au quai 3.

The train arrives at platform 3.

Tips for using quai

  • French normally uses sur le quai for a location, as in Je t'attends sur le quai, rather than a direct English-style preposition choice.

Other French words for “platform”

La plate-forme propose des cours en ligne.

The platform offers online courses.

“platform” in other languages