English–French

“praying mantis” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/mɑ̃t/

Example

J'ai vu une mante dans le jardin.

I saw a praying mantis in the garden.

Illustration for mante (praying mantis)

How to say “praying mantis” in French

“Praying mantis” in French is mante.

A slender insect waiting with its long front legs folded together like praying hands.

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

Example sentences with mante

Il a attrapé une mante avec un bocal.

He caught a mantis with a jar.

Tips for using mante

  • Mante is a feminine noun, so the usual article is une mante.

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