English–French

“precocious” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/pʁekɔs/

Example

Cet enfant est précoce.

This child is precocious.

Illustration for précoce (precocious)

How to say “precocious” in French

“Precocious” in French is précoce.

A child, flower, or event reaching its next stage ahead of the usual time.

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

Example sentences with précoce

La puberté précoce peut inquiéter les parents.

Early puberty can worry parents.

Tips for using précoce

  • For a child, précoce often signals advanced intellectual development, not necessarily broader emotional or behavioral maturity.

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